Aude

Tornado Hits Pomas, Widespread Damage in Aude

A powerful tornado struck Pomas in the Aude department south of Carcassonne on August 24, 2026, causing extensive structural damage, downed trees, and road closures as severe storms battered the region. Emergency services mobilized dozens of firefighters and gendarmes in a major rescue operation under an orange weather alert, with authorities assessing properties and ongoing relief efforts.