Heavy Snowfall Blankets France as Winter Approaches
On November 21, 2024, a significant winter storm swept across various regions of France, bringing heavy snowfall that delighted residents from Normandy to the Alps. Météo-France issued orange alerts in 56 departments due to icy conditions. Major cities like Paris experienced a picturesque transformation, while the ski season was unofficially kicked off in alpine resorts. The unusual early snow is attributed to the winter storm named Caetano, which is expected to continue affecting the weather through the week, prompting school transport suspensions in some areas.