Ex-hurricane Kirk is set to bring significant rainfall and strong winds to France, affecting regions from Pays de la Loire to Grand-Est.

On October 9, up to a month's worth of rain is expected, with wind gusts reaching 100 km/h on the Aquitaine coast.

Météo-France has issued an orange alert for 25 departments due to risks of flooding and strong winds.

The storm will cause heavy rains across central France, with potential flooding due to already saturated soils.

Despite the severe weather, some areas like the Côte d’Azur will experience milder temperatures up to 25°C.

The naming of storms like Kirk helps improve communication and safety measures during such dangerous weather events.