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Severe Weather in Corsica: Two Dead After Car Swept Away by Floodwaters

Two people have died in Corsica after floodwaters swept away their vehicle on Territorial Route 10 between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio, while a third passenger survived.

Severe Weather in Corsica: Two Dead After Car Swept Away by Floodwaters
⚡ In brief
  • Two people died after floodwaters swept away a car on Territorial Route 10 in Corsica.
  • A third passenger survived after managing to escape the vehicle and was airlifted to the Porto-Vecchio clinic.
  • The accident occurred between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio, according to the prefecture.

Tragedy on Territorial Route 10

The prefecture of Corsica announced on Friday, November 6, that two deaths were recorded following a tragic accident caused by severe weather conditions, after floodwaters swept away a car carrying two people while traveling along Territorial Route 10 (route territoriale 10), which links the towns of Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio.

Passenger Survives and Airlifted by Helicopter

Authorities stated that a third person inside the vehicle's cabin managed to get out on their own and escape drowning. Personnel from the territorial Fire and Rescue Service (SIS) were able to rescue the individual and provide first aid at the scene.

Following this, the survivor was evacuated by helicopter to the Porto-Vecchio clinic to receive the necessary medical care and monitor their condition.

Source: BFM TV

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