Hasparren requests natural disaster status for clay shrinkage and swelling

Following the summer drought, the municipality has initiated procedures to obtain natural disaster status, informing residents of the necessary steps.

Generic image of cracked earth due to drought.
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Generic image of cracked earth due to drought.

The municipality of Hasparren has officially requested recognition as a natural disaster area due to clay shrinkage and swelling, following this summer's drought.

Following the drought that occurred this summer, the municipality of Hasparren has submitted a request for recognition as a natural disaster area. This initiative addresses issues related to clay shrinkage and swelling affecting homes.
Residents who observe cracks in their homes are urged to report them. This declaration must be accompanied by a letter and photographs, and submitted to both the town hall and their insurance company under their home insurance policy.
The processing of this request by state services is a lengthy procedure, expected to take several months. The municipality anticipates a response no earlier than 2027 and will keep residents informed of the outcome.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Hasparren (05/10/2026)