Natural disaster status recognized for October 20 floods in Salon-de-Provence

Affected individuals have until November 28 to report damages to their insurer.

Generic image of a town square in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur after heavy rain, with puddles reflecting the overcast sky.
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Generic image of a town square in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur after heavy rain, with puddles reflecting the overcast sky.

Natural disaster status has been officially recognized for the floods that occurred on October 20 in Salon-de-Provence, following publication in the Official Journal on October 29, 2026.

This recognition allows victims to benefit from natural disaster coverage, provided their property is covered by damage insurance. Affected individuals must report their damages to their insurer as soon as they are known, and no later than 30 days after the decree's publication, which is November 28, 2026. Declarations already made to the insurer do not need to be repeated.
Regarding compensation, the insurer must pay an initial provision within two months of receiving the estimated damage report or the decree's publication. Full compensation should be provided within three months. More favorable terms may be included in individual insurance contracts.
The legal deductible is set at €380 for individuals. For any clarification, the City of Salon-de-Provence encourages residents to contact their insurer. City teams remain mobilized to support victims, and the emergency number 0 805 36 08 55 remains active.
Based on information from the official source: Ville de Salon-de-Provence (29/10/2026)