Facing the readers. Louis Bodin, TF1 weather expert: "Nature teaches us humility"

"The weather influences our entire daily life. Some people are in a better mood when it's sunny, others suffer physically in high humidity... Add to that the challenges of climate change and we understand the enthusiasm for this science that we still see today," explains Louis Bodin. This Tuesday, April 29, readers of DNA and L'Alsace were able to meet the famous meteorologist, presenter on TF1 and RTL, in Strasbourg. Invited by the organizing team of the Strasbourg Internationals, Louis Bodin had led a conference on climate issues in the morning.

Readers of DNA and L'Alsace were able to ask him about his career, the inner workings of the profession, and climate challenges. Among the questions, the role of artificial intelligence was raised. "I hope AI will soon provide even greater precision. But during a test a year and a half ago, it made a lot of errors. So we stopped everything, and we're working to redefine the models, the equations... But there won't be any changes for a year." The most powerful computers, however, are already being used for weather forecasting.

This small group meeting was also an opportunity to discuss the region's specific climate. "I live near Colmar, one of the cities with the least rainfall in France . Will this situation become widespread in the future?", a reader worries. To answer, the guest relies on the sixth and latest report of the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change): "Experts project roughly the same amount of precipitation in France. In the northeastern region, which includes the Alsace plain, we could even have a little more. On the other hand, this rain may fall in a less balanced, less regular manner. We will therefore have to adapt...", explains the meteorologist before mentioning the need to anticipate these situations in order to "retain and distribute" the water as best as possible.

Global warming has a daily impact on the weather and how it's presented. "Twenty years ago, I used to talk about 'good weather' when it was sunny. Today, I can't use the same term if we're in a drought and the water tables are empty. 'Good weather' then becomes 'a day without rain,'" the guest explains, discussing the evolution of his profession.

Louis Bodin also looked back on his career. From his many moves as a military man's son, which allowed him to discover the richness of nature, to his work in the media, and his sailing experiences with Florence Arthaud , Paul Vatine and Yves Parlier . "I was looking for a job that would allow me to be close to the mountains, the sea... My experiences taught me to be modest in the face of nature. Nature teaches us humility; it is stronger than us," he smiles.

The meeting concluded with a book signing and photo session with readers. "It's very enriching to meet your audience. While I bring my expertise to the table, I also learn a lot from your concerns and feedback," concluded Louis Bodin.