Wind is considered severe and therefore dangerous when average speeds reach 80 km/h and gusts reach 100 km/h inland. However, this threshold varies by region; it is higher, for example, in coastal areas and south-eastern France.
The term “storm” applies to winds reaching 89 km/h (force 10 on the Beaufort scale). The highest wind speed recorded in Cannes was 119 km/h on 30 January 2019.
The 72-Hour Emergency Kit
Power cuts, disruptions to gas and running water supplies, impassable roads… when a major disaster strikes, the first 72 hours are often the most challenging. Preparing this kit in advance will help you stay at home with greater peace of mind while waiting for help to arrive. It will also be invaluable if you need to leave at short notice.
Here is what to include in your kit:
Keep the bag somewhere easily accessible.
Check the contents of your kit once a year, particularly the expiry dates of medication and food. Replace the batteries too.
Remember to replenish your kit after use!
