Weather
A very active day today with heavy snowfall. The Snow accumulations for the next 12 hours, will be around 30cm by 6 pm this evening A high avalanche risk is expected this Thursday, with the 72-hour accumulations exceeding one meter at in the areas with the highest snowfall. Strong west to northwest wind present on the ridges: often 70-80 km/h in gusts.
Currently at 8am it is -9°C up at the Pisaillas, -6°C at the top of Bellevarde, and -1°C here in town. The temperatures will remain stable throughout the day.
Roads
The roads are being actively cleared it is essential to have snow tyres and snow chains/socks on vehicles.
Pedestrian access towards Fornet from Les Richardes was also prohibited yesterday. Due to the heavy snowfall expected today, the avalanche situation will likely cause traffic restrictions starting this morning, with closures of all access roads for pedestrians to Laisinant and Fornet. We will keep you informed.
Local News
Missing Person
Alexandre Delaporte has been missing since Sunday. The 43-year-old seasonal worker was last seen leaving a nightclub around 3:30 a.m. His employer filed a missing person report with the Val d'Isère gendarmerie. Thanks to the village's security cameras, the gendarmes were able to track his movements. The missing man was picked up by the nightclub's shuttle, which dropped him off on Avenue du Prariond. He then walked up to the Richardes roundabout. The last images captured by the surveillance cameras show him heading towards Laisinant. His phone is no longer in service and he cannot be reached. The gendarmes are continuing their search. If you witness an incident or have any information, please contact the Val d'Isère gendarmerie at +33 4 79 06 03 41.
Avalanche Triggering Intervention Plan (PIDA)
Due to heavy snowfall, an avalanche triggering intervention plan (PIDA) has been in effect since 6:50 a.m. across the entire ski area. Two such plans were already implemented yesterday morning, at dawn and in the afternoon, forcing the early closure of ski lifts, including Pyramides, Vallon, and the Fornet cable car. The Tignes link was also closed, and there were disruptions to bus schedules and the Blue Train service. Pedestrian access towards Fornet from Les Richardes was also prohibited yesterday at 2:00 p.m. Due to the heavy snowfall expected today, the avalanche situation will likely necessitate traffic restrictions starting this morning, with a possible closure of all access roads to Laisinant and Fornet. We will keep you informed.
Literary Event
Yesterday, the first literary event was held at Crazy Barm's with Yaguel Didier in attendance. The thirty or so people present had the opportunity to chat with the renowned French clairvoyant about her latest book, "The Keys to Destiny." In this book, she recounts her life story, her long career, and shares anecdotes from her time assisting the gendarmerie with investigations, predicting natural disasters, and consulting with prominent politicians.
At the end of her book, for the first time, we also see her personal deck of cards, which is an integral part of her story.
Attendees were able to purchase the book on site and have it personally signed by Yaguel Didier. Two more literary events will be held next Monday and Wednesday at Crazy Barm's.
Opening at Barmes de l'Ours
This evening, the opening of the Flora and Fauna exhibition will take place in the presence of visual artist Michel Paysant. He invites us to discover his vision of mountain flora and fauna in works that appear traditional but are in fact technological and created using the Daly technique, "drawing with the eyes," which he invented.
These are truly original works, created not with a paintbrush, but simply through observation.
Around forty drawings by Michel Paysant will be on display this evening at 6 p.m. for the opening and will be available until April 12 in the Barmes de l'Ours exhibition hall.
CCAS Snow Factory Tour
CCAS seniors will have the pleasure of discovering what goes on behind the scenes at STVI. Registered participants will be able to visit the snow factory this afternoon, as well as the Olympic machinery. This is an opportunity for seniors to learn more about snowmaking and how a gondola lift works. The meeting point is at 3:45 p.m. in front of the Solaise ticket office.
Magic Show
Yesterday afternoon, children were captivated by the rhythmic and interactive magic of Fairy Skelpeu. This whimsical and whimsical character led the 210 children and parents from one surprise to another with various magic tricks that delighted the audience.
Vie Val d'Is is open from 3 pm to 7 pm.
The Media Library is open from 2 pm to 6 pm.
The Town Hall is open from 9 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm.
The Booking Center is open from 8:30 am to 7 pm.
The Tourist Office is open from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.
The Aquasportif Center is open from 10 am to 9 pm.
Every Thursday, starting at 6:30 pm, experience musical Thursdays at the Avancher! A unique evening at the hotel bar, combining live music with a warm and cozy atmosphere by the fireplace. Enjoy delicious cocktails, gourmet appetizers, and sharing platters, all while taking in the talent of guest artists. A perfect evening to relax, share, and groove to the rhythm of live music.
- Red Shuttle (La Daille - Le Fornet) every 10 minutes. After nightfall, departures from La Daille from 6:30 PM to 2:30 AM and from Le Fornet from 6:50 PM to 2:50 AM. A shuttle
every 20 minutes.
- Blue Shuttle (Roundabout at the slopes – Legettaz): every 15 minutes from 8:30
a.m. to 11:20 p.m.
- Yellow Shuttle (Le Coin – Le Manchet): first departure from Le Coin at 8:28 a.m. and last arrival at Le Manchet at 11:20 p.m. Shuttles run every 20 minutes.
- Purple Shuttle (Val d’Isère – Tignes): first departure from the new bus station at
7:55 a.m. and last at 6:20 p.m. Two request stops are planned on this route,
including La Reculaz and Le Villaret du Nial.
9:30 a.m.: Icelandic yogurt brand on the snow front.
3:45 p.m.: Behind the scenes at Val d'Isère at the Solaise gondola.
5:45 p.m.: Avaline Games on the Place des Dolomites.
6:00 p.m.: E-Buggy Val Trophy on the roof of the Aqualeisure Centre
6:15 p.m.: Lantern descent on the Savonnette slope - Cancelled
