Storm Ingrid Brings Fresh Snow, Disruptions to Andorra

Storm Ingrid continued to disrupt Andorra on Sunday with fresh light snowfalls in the north, following intense Saturday precipitation that caused accidents, traffic jams, and strict enforcement measures across northern parishes.

Saturday's snowfall began weakly from early morning across all elevations, including valleys, before building through the morning and peaking briefly in early afternoon. It then shifted northward, with southern areas clearing by evening. Conditions worsened visibility at high elevations due to strong northwesterly gusts. The nationwide yellow alert for snow above 900 metres remained active through Sunday, alongside level 3 avalanche risks and wind warnings until 9am that day.

Police in Canillo ramped up checks north of Sant Joan de Caselles, halting all northbound coaches to verify chains or winter tyres. Fines targeted non-compliant drivers, prompted by prior tourist bus blockages. Incidents included a two-car collision in central Canillo—at least one lacking winter tyres—a single Andorran-plated vehicle striking barriers near Meritxell sanctuary, standstills near El Tarter, minor impacts damaging road infrastructure, and another single-vehicle crash between Anyós and La Aldosa. No serious injuries were reported, but interventions by police and traffic services led to congestion at Encamp, Canillo, and Massana entrances.

Mobility Services imposed yellow-phase restrictions on CG-2 from Encamp, CG-3 from Ordino (or Arans in some reports), CG-4 from Erts and La Massana, and CG-5. Special equipment stayed mandatory on RN22, RN20, and RN320, while France prohibited vehicles over 19 tonnes.

Temperatures remained frigid: Andorra la Vella recorded lows around -3°C to -1°C and highs of 2°C, with -11°C to -7°C at Pas de la Casa. Sunday brought a northwesterly flow, increasing clouds from mid-morning, light afternoon snow, a brief evening lull, and heavier northern falls overnight as the system tracked toward northern Italy via France.

Protecció Civil advised caution for mountain activities and driving, stressing winter tyres or chains, route planning, and official updates. Authorities warned of potential issues with ski station exits. Separately, Ordino Arcalís closed for the day due to heavy snow accumulation and maximum avalanche risk.

No major new incidents emerged Sunday, though light snow persisted in the north amid dense traffic in some areas. Officials urged avoiding unnecessary trips.