Tornado Devastates Aude's Pomas Village, Injuring 41 and Damaging 300 Homes
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A powerful tornado hit the commune of Pomas in the Aude department on Monday, August 24, around 5:20 PM. The tornado injured 41 people, including two in critical condition, and damaged approximately 300 homes. The village was left with a landscape of desolation, with roofs torn off and houses flattened. Rescue teams were mobilized to secure the area and assist residents. The tornado was seen around 17:20 local time in several towns located between Carcassonne and Limoux, with winds reaching speeds of up to 220 km/h.
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