Severe Weather Alerts Issued for French Alps and Northwest

Heavy snowfall and avalanche risks persist in the Alps, while violent winds batter coastal regions in the northwest.

Météo France has issued orange alerts for snow, ice, and avalanches in Savoie, Haute-Savoie, Isère, and Ain, and for strong winds in Manche, Ille-et-Vilaine, and Côtes-d'Armor.
Up to 1 meter of snow is expected above 1,500 meters in the Alps, with 40-60 cm predicted at 1,000 meters over 48 hours, disrupting access to ski resorts.
Avalanche activity is classified as 'remarkable,' occurring every 3 to 8 years, with potential to impact roads and infrastructure in affected regions.
In the northwest, wind gusts of up to 130 km/h are forecast along the coast, prompting travel disruptions, including suspended train services in Normandy.
The weather is expected to gradually stabilize by Christmas week, with calmer conditions anticipated across most of France starting Tuesday.