Overview

• The French Alps and Pyrenees experienced significant snowfall over the weekend, with accumulations reaching up to 1 meter in high-altitude areas.
• Météo France downgraded snowfall alerts but maintained avalanche warnings in several regions, with risks rated at 4 out of 5 in the Alps' northern massifs.
• Travel disruptions included road closures, train delays, and power outages, while drivers were urged to use winter tires or chains for safety on icy roads.
• Ski resorts welcomed the snow as a boon for the holiday season, though off-piste skiing remains strongly discouraged due to unstable snowpacks and avalanche risks.
• Two teenagers were injured in an avalanche while skiing off-piste in Val d’Isère, highlighting the dangers posed by the current conditions.