Cannes Enhances Preparedness for Tsunamis and Floods After 2015 Disaster

A decade after the devastating floods of 2015, Cannes has significantly advanced its natural disaster preparedness, focusing especially on the risk of tsunamis along the Côte d'Azur. Scientists have warned that a tsunami could strike the region within the next 30 years, prompting the city to implement comprehensive safety measures.

Cannes has installed extensive directional signage to guide residents during emergencies, including arrowed stickers on urban furniture and marked sidewalks. Additionally, about 380 loudspeakers have been positioned throughout the city and the Lérins Islands to broadcast urgent alerts. These systems aim to lead citizens to 'refuge zones' on higher ground, strategically identified as safe from floodwaters.

Since his election in 2014, Mayor David Lisnard has prioritized risk management policies to better protect the population from such natural catastrophes. The 2015 floods served as a pivotal moment, reinforcing commitment to these preparations. These ongoing efforts underscore Cannes' proactive approach to disaster readiness, with the goal of saving lives and minimizing future damages.