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Orange alert in Hainaut: strong winds announced for Friday

The Royal Meteorological Institute has issued an orange alert for strong winds in Hainaut, leading to park closures and the activation of the 1722 hotline.

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Generic image of stormy weather with strong wind gusts over a Belgian town, dark clouds, trees bending, rain streaks, documentary style.

The Hainaut province is under an orange alert issued by the IRM this Friday, October 23, with strong winds expected between 1 PM and 10:30 PM.

The Royal Meteorological Institute (IRM) has issued an orange alert for Hainaut, forecasting strong wind gusts for Friday, October 23, from 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Authorities advise caution and limiting travel during this period.
In case of material damage not involving people, the number 1722 has been activated. This number is intended to alleviate the load on 112, which remains reserved for emergencies requiring immediate assistance.
As a precautionary measure, the city parks will be closed on October 23, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The public is urged to remain vigilant.
Based on information from the official source: Ville de Leuze-en-Hainaut — Actualités (22/10/2026)

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