oh my god oh let's start under water Southern and central France is currently under an orange alert for rainfall and storms on Wednesday an orange alert indicates that people should be very Vigilant as it is one level below the maximum red alert the alerts are expected to be in place until around 6:00 a.m. on Thursday morning for storms and until around 900 p.m. for a risk of flooding The Weather Service in France forast strong storms with sometimes intense rain in several departments along the southern coast it is crucial for residents in the affected areas to stay informed about the weather updates and follow any safety instructions provided by local authorities precautionary measures such as staying indoors avoiding unnecessary travel and securing loose objects outdoor should be taken during the alert period