Severe flooding hits Montpellier, France after heavy rain

Severe flooding hit Montpellier in southern France on September 30, 2026, following intense rainfall across the region. The footage shows murky, fast-flowing floodwater covering streets, with a white municipal police vehicle caught in the water and people seen nearby with umbrellas. More than 140 mm of rain was recorded in Montpellier within a few hours, triggering rapid rises in the Lez River and flooding roads and urban areas across parts of Hérault and Gard. Authorities issued red alerts for rain and flooding and advised people to avoid travel, while schools and public transport services were affected. Video credit: @gaelle_3RI