The North Alsace is often the scene of impressive displays during storms. But did you know that these weather phenomena can have unexpected consequences on the highway and require the intervention of firefighters? Let’s discover the surprises that these storms reserve on the road and the crucial role of firefighters in these emergency situations.
Surprising floods on the A35 highway
The storms that struck northern Alsace caused unexpected flooding on the A35 highway. Indeed, early in the evening on July 10, the section of the highway between Strasbourg and Lauterbourg was closed near Rountzenheim due to heavy rainfall. The roadway was submerged, disrupting traffic for the entire night.
The remarkable intervention of firefighters from Bas-Rhin
The firefighters from Bas-Rhin had to intervene massively due to the storms and the disastrous consequences in the sectors of Soufflenheim and Seltz. In a single evening, they responded 175 times, mainly for the pumping out of premises following the floods. Two coordination posts were activated, mobilizing a total of 21 vehicles and 53 firefighters.
Submerged roads and mobilization on social networks
Besides the A35 highway, several roads were flooded in northern Alsace. Striking images of submerged roads in Seltz and Seebach circulated on social media, showcasing the severity of the weather. The mobilization of residents to share these images was remarkable and helped raise awareness of the impact of storms.
Return to normal after a tumultuous night
Thanks to the quick and effective intervention of the firefighters, as well as the improvement in weather conditions, traffic was able to resume on the A35 highway as early as 6 am. This tumultuous night in northern Alsace reminds us of the importance of preparation in the face of extreme weather phenomena and highlights the essential work of firefighters to protect the population.
Consequences of storms on the highway and the crucial role of firefighters
In the face of surprising floods and submerged roads, firefighters played a crucial role in managing the crisis. Their coordinated and rapid intervention helped limit the damage and ensure the safety of residents in the region. The striking images from this tumultuous night underscore the importance of vigilance and community solidarity in the event of bad weather.
List of surprising consequences of the storms and the intervention of firefighters:
- Flooded roads in northern Alsace
- Intervention of the firefighters 175 times in one evening
- Mobilization of social networks to share images of the floods
- Submerged roadway of the A35 highway at Rountzenheim
- Return to normal traffic by 6 am