English News, Weather and Daily Events - February 18, 2026

Weather

We can expect clouds to linger this morning with a few snow flurries above 1100 m,
but in the afternoon sunshine is expected to become more frequent. With signs of clear skies even possible by late afternoon.

Currently at 8am it is  -10°C up at the Pisaillas, -7°C at the top of Bellevarde and -7°C here in town. Today we can expect a top of -1°C in the village.

Roads

The D902 will be closed to traffic at 10:45 a.m. due to an avalanche control operation (PIDA) covering the entire area between Val d’Isère and Tignes les Brévières. The first controlled blast is expected at 11:00 a.m. The operation is estimated to last 2 hours. We will keep you informed about the reopening of the D902.

The road to le fornet and chatelard will remain closed to pedestrians today as well as route de la balme and picherue.

It is mandatory to be equipped with snow tyres and/or snow chains or socks. 

Local News

Avalanche Triggering Intervention Plan (PIDA)
An avalanche triggering intervention plan (PIDA) has been underway since 6:50 a.m. across the entire ski area, conducted by the Ski Patrol (Régie des Pistes) to ensure the safety of the slopes. A helicopter PIDA may also be deployed depending on weather conditions.

Snow

Following the storm, several restrictions have been lifted. The Face road has reopened to pedestrians after the PIDA was carried out on the Face de Bellevarde. The road between Les Richardes and Le Laisinant was also opened to vehicles at midday. The Fornet and Châtelard roads remain closed to both road and pedestrian traffic until further notice. Three special shuttle convoys operated between Le Laisinant and Le Fornet throughout the afternoon to allow residents to return home. The Picheru, Abaron, and Balme roads remain closed to pedestrians. Safety guidelines around buildings remain in effect. The avalanche risk remains high due to heavy snowfall, which has accumulated to 1.5 meters over the past seven days. It is important to follow safety guidelines and avoid off-piste skiing. We will keep you informed of road openings and the lifting of restrictions.

Census Extension

Last chance to register. Following authorization from INSEE (the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies), the municipality has obtained an extension to conduct its entire census. If you have not yet registered, you have until Saturday to do so online by completing a questionnaire using the access codes delivered to your mailbox. A few notices have been posted on several apartment doors in residential buildings to inform those who have not yet been registered. As a reminder, the census determines future state subsidies to the municipality. Although rarely enforced, registration is mandatory and failure to comply is punishable by a €38 fine.

Avaline Impulse Meeting

Last night, the first public meeting of the Avaline Impulse list, headed by Patrick Martin, was held for the municipal elections. More than [number missing] people attended the meeting at the Henri Oreiller Convention Center to meet the candidates, learn about the four main points of their platform, and discuss the list. Several topics were raised by the Avaline residents, including:

The next public meeting will be held on Monday, March 2nd at 6:00 PM at the Henri Oreiller Convention Center.

Snow Contest

The Snow Contest scheduled for this morning has been canceled due to heavy snowfall. The snowpark is expected to remain closed until this weekend while crews clear the snow and rebuild the features. We will keep you informed about its reopening.

Children's Show

Bazar Productions is coming to Val d'Isère for "A Journey Around the Corner." This multidisciplinary show, where music, drawing, and video come together, invites children and adults alike to travel from their seats. Reservations can be made at the Tourist Office today until 5:00 PM and on-site from 5:30 PM. The show will take place this evening at 6:00 PM at the Henri Oreiller Congress Center.