Following heavy rainfall from Storm Herminia, Météo France has issued a new warning for Storm Ivo, which is approaching the coast of Brittany. Six French mainland departments have been placed on orange alert due to flood risks on Thursday, January 30, while Ille-et-Vilaine, Loire-Atlantique, and Morbihan have been placed on red alert.
Heavy weather warnings are in place for Calvados, Orne, Mayenne, Somme, Sarthe, and Maine-et-Loire.
Due to the gravity of the situation, French authorities have expedited the process to declare a state of natural disaster.
In Ireland, Storm Eowyn has led to widespread power interruptions, prompting the government to seek assistance from the EU. In response, the EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated, supplying 13 power generators from the rescEU strategic reserve.
Furthermore, the European Union has activated the Copernicus emergency management service, offering analytical support to national authorities.
A team of ten Austrian power workers traveled to Ireland to assist Electric Bill Service (EBS) in the restoration of power.