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Tuesday, 10 September, 2002, 16:34 GMT 17:34 UK
In pictures: French flood tragedy
Floods have swept through parts of southern France, killing at least 20 people and leaving a dozen others missing. Waters rose rapidly as torrential rain fell on the Gard, Vaucluse and Herault departments.

Flooded garage in Sommieres
Homes and businesses fell victim as the waters rose

Man calling for help in Sommieres
Residents tried to call for help as the waters rose. AP

French PM Jean-Pierre Raffarin in helicopter
PM Raffarin flew over the flood zone

Helicopter rescue in Sommieres
Some residents were saved by helicopter. AFP






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