Hailstorm Kills One on French Riviera; Ping-Pong-Sized Ice Pummels Region

A violent hailstorm has struck the French Riviera, resulting in at least one death, according to reports. The French weather service issued amber warnings as ping-pong ball-sized hailstones battered the region. "The storm was truly ferocious," said one resident, whose property was damaged by the hail. Videos circulating online show the intense downpour and the accumulation of hail covering the ground. The Daily Mail reported that emergency services are responding to the aftermath of the storm, with at least one confirmed death. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, but initial reports suggest significant damage to property and infrastructure. The event serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of severe weather and the importance of heeding weather warnings.