Severe thunderstorms in southern France kill two, cut power to 50,000 homes

A woman was killed by a falling tree and a second person died in a fire caused by lightning, according to reports. More than 50,000 homes lost power in the storm.

Severe thunderstorms struck southern France at the peak of summer and following a heavy heat wave, according to reports. One woman was killed by a falling tree, and another person died in a fire sparked by lightning. More than 50,000 homes were left without electricity. The storm system brought intense lightning and strong winds, causing widespread damage.

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