US EditionFrench island of Réunion on highest alert as tropical cyclone threatens direct hit
- Réunion island is on its highest alert level due to Tropical Cyclone Garance, which is expected to bring gusts over 200 kilometers per hour and widespread cyclonic conditions.
- The heart of Tropical Cyclone Garance is likely to directly impact the western part of Réunion on Friday morning, according to France’s meteorology agency.
- Authorities issued a purple cyclone warning, anticipating damage from high winds and over 200 millimeters of rainfall that could cause flash flooding.
- French President Emmanuel Macron faced criticism for his government's response to the cyclone, as he told locals they should be 'happy to be in France' during his visit.
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A few hours earlier, the Prefect of Patrice Latron Island had announced the entry into force of the cyclonic violet alert, due to wind gusts that could "over 200 km/h".
Tropical Cyclone Garance: French island of Réunion on highest alert as storm threatens direct hit
Réunion island issued its highest level of threat warning as the French Indian Ocean territory braced for a direct hit by a cyclone packing gusts likely to exceed 200 kilometers per hour (124 miles per hour).
Local residents are concerned: gusts and precipitation are increasing. Soon the cyclone could hit the island with full hardness.
With winds above 200 km/h, all the inhabitants of the island, even the rescue, must respect strict containment.
The Straits Times
GMA Filipino NewsReunion issues highest threat warning as cyclone approaches, authorities say
NAIROBI - Authorities in the French overseas territory of Reunion on Friday morning issued a \"purple alert\", the highest level of threat warning, as a cyclone with gusts exceeding 200 kph (124 mph) approached the Indian Ocean island.
The island is placed on a violet alert due to the imminent arrival of Cyclone Garance. This implies the strict confinement of the entire population, even relief and law enforcement.
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