Orange Alert for Storms and Flood-Rain in the Var

The Var department is placed on orange alert for storms and flood-rain starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

Generic image of storm clouds over the Mediterranean coast.
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Generic image of storm clouds over the Mediterranean coast.

The Var department has been placed on ORANGE alert for storms and flood-rain starting at 4 AM this Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

A new Mediterranean episode of rain and storms is expected in the Var from 4 AM this Wednesday, October 7, 2026, and will continue throughout the day. Locally and temporarily significant rainfall intensities and accumulations, accompanied by stormy activity, are expected over a relatively short period.
Given the risk of heavy precipitation, strong winds, and runoff, caution is advised. It is recommended to limit travel if possible.
It is strongly advised not to park vehicles in areas likely to be exposed, particularly near the Parc du Canet (boulevard de Pierreplane) and Avenue Albert 1er, close to Eden Roc beach.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Bandol (06/10/2026)