Severe thunderstorms accompanied by hail and winds exceeding 100 km/h have struck the southeastern regions of France, prompting an orange alert for the Var and Alpes-Maritimes departments.

The intense weather conditions have led to the suspension of train services between Marseille and Nice, as announced by SNCF TER SUD Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

Travelers are advised to postpone their journeys and avoid train stations.

The storms, characterized by heavy rainfall and potential hail, pose a risk of flooding, particularly in urban and coastal areas.

Winds have reached up to 140 km/h at the Îles du Levant, causing concerns over damage to port infrastructures.

The storm system is expected to move eastward, affecting areas like Saint-Tropez and Fréjus, before impacting the western Alpes-Maritimes.

While the situation remains uncertain, calmer weather is anticipated by Friday.