Drought: the municipality launches a natural disaster recognition procedure

Residents noticing damage to their homes are invited to submit a written request by December 14th.

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Generic image of cracks in dry earth.

The municipality of Saint-Yrieix-sur-Charente is considering submitting a new request to the Prefecture of Charente for recognition of natural disaster status linked to drought and soil rehydration from January 1st to September 30th, 2026.

Faced with the damage observed on homes linked to drought and soil rehydration phenomena, the municipality of Saint-Yrieix-sur-Charente is preparing a new request to the Prefecture of Charente. This initiative aims to obtain recognition of natural disaster status for the period from January 1st to September 30th, 2026.
Homeowners experiencing cracks or other damage to their property, directly attributable to this phenomenon, are urged to compile a file. This file must be sent to Mr. the Mayor, along with a signed written request.
The required elements include the dates when the damage appeared, its evolution over time, and any relevant supporting documents such as photographs, reports, or expert assessments.
The deadline for submitting these requests is set for December 14th, 2026. Completed files can be sent by mail to Mr. the Mayor or submitted directly at the town hall.
It is emphasized that the precision and documentation of the submitted elements are crucial to effectively support the municipal request to state services.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Saint-Yrieix-sur-Charente (06/10/2026)