Storm Gloria, which has affected the Pyrénées-Orientales since Monday, is causing initial damage and first disturbances. Transport is mainly concerned.
Several roads are affected by closures. The A9 motorway is notably cut at Perthus in the direction of Spain.
❄️ The snow layer is thick at Perthus this Tuesday morning. The motorway # A9 is temporarily cut off after Perpignan in the direction of Spain. (photo via Météo Catalunya Nord on Facebook) pic.twitter.com/nFadXdOzL0
- Cities Weather (@Meteovilles) January 21, 2020The prefecture of the department explains that the RD914 is impracticable between Banyuls-sur-Mer and Cerbère. On the RN116 and the RN22, traffic is difficult in places and requires special equipment. Several axes are prohibited for heavy goods vehicles.
France bleu explains that train traffic is disrupted from Perpignan. School transportation is suspended in several areas.
Finally, around 1,500 households are without electricity due to snowfall.
Beautiful images of #olette 600m #neige #conflent #PyreneesOrientales #catalunyanord # 324eltemps 📷 Partnership @Meteo_Pyrenees avecVivre en Cerdagne et Capcir - Max d'Olette pic.twitter.com/6uNOZBGApe
- Pyrenees Weather (@Meteo_Pyrenees) January 21, 2020Weather related to Storm Gloria will continue until Thursday. This Tuesday, the limit between rain and snow gradually rises to 1200-1400 m above sea level, according to Météo France.
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On Wednesday morning, the precipitation will intensify. In 48 hours, the meteorological organization waits in places up to 200 mm to 350 mm of water, or 200 to 350 liters per square meter. Such accumulation is likely to cause flooding. The Pyrénées-Orientales therefore remain vigilant orange (level 3 of 4) due to snow, ice, rain and floods.
