15 minutes ago! France closes all airports! Soccer-ball-sized hailstorm fell on the capital!

A massive hail storm hit the French capital Paris causing widespread damage to properties and vehicles. The hailstones, some of which were as large as golf balls, pounded the city for about 30 minutes, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Eyewitnesses reported hearing loud thundering sounds as the hailstones fell, causing panic and fear among residents. The hail damaged cars, shattered windows, and tore off roof tiles in several areas of the city. The storm also caused widespread power outages, leaving thousands of homes and businesses without electricity. The local authorities have deployed emergency services to assess the damage and provide assistance to affected communities. Although no casualties have been reported, the full extent of the damage is yet to be determined. This unusual weather event has raised concerns about the impact of climate change on the frequency and intensity of such storms. Météo France has declared an orange alert level, the department is currently being hit by the first storms. Météo France has warned of increased winds and heavy rainfall in the southwest, as well as occasional snowfall over the Massif Central as Fien crosses the country from the southwest to the northeast.