First published Oct 19, 2026, 4:35:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 4:35:15 AM UTC

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Orange Thunderstorm Warning issued for France - Gard

An Orange thunderstorm warning is issued for Gard, France. It is classified as severe, with onset at 22:00 UTC on 19 October 2026 and expiry at 22:00 UTC on 20 October 2026.

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The warning covers Gard for the stated 24-hour period beginning 22:00 UTC on 19 October 2026.

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Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 2/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 4/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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