Brittany

Depression Ingrid, which caused intense rains, strong winds, and flooding in Brittany, is losing intensity on Saturday, but flood risks persist due to saturated soils. Orange flood alerts remain in place for Finistère, Morbihan, and Ille-et-Vilaine. In Quimperlé, a very slow decline is expected after a new flood peak.

January 01, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

In Breton coastal resorts, secondary residents vote at their vacation spots, shaping local debates ahead of the 2026 municipal elections. On Ile-aux-Moines, Mayor Philippe Le Bérigot's retirement raises fears of a 'coup' by these part-time inhabitants. These seasonal voters, making up a quarter of the electorate, hold priorities that differ from those of locals.