Land so waterlogged that ponds formed.
This is the sad spectacle that still presents the surroundings of Blendecques (Pas-de-Calais), 4,926 inhabitants.
Cofferdams and bags were not removed from the entrance gates.
Cellars are condemned.
In November 2023 and last January, the town was 70% affected by exceptional flooding of the Aa river: 900 of the 2,000 houses were flooded.
The water reached up to 1.60 m in height.
Many victims no longer live at home.
Some were able to benefit from mobile homes.
After the hotel, others are still living with relatives or have returned home in an unhealthy atmosphere.
In some homes, despite dehumidifiers, the smell is unbearable.
Subscribe
Already subscribed?
To log in