Mauléon: Natural disaster status recognized after August 26 storms

The commune of Mauléon has been recognized as a natural disaster area due to floods and mudslides following the storms on August 26.

Generic image of heavy rain and mudslides in a French commune.
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Generic image of heavy rain and mudslides in a French commune.

The commune of Mauléon has obtained natural disaster status following the severe storms on August 26, which caused floods and mudslides.

Natural disaster status has been officially recognized for the commune of Mauléon. This decision follows damage caused by "flooding by runoff and mudslides" during the exceptional storm event of August 26, 2026.
The recognition is formalized by a decree dated October 16, 2026, published in the Official Journal on October 23. Individuals and professionals who have suffered material damage have 30 days from this publication to contact their insurance company and initiate the necessary procedures.
For any further information, the urban planning department of the Mauléon town hall can be reached at 05 49 81 17 12.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Mauléon (23/10/2026)