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Key points
  • Sealed area around Le Constellation
  • Avoid Crans-Montana and non-essential travel
  • Keep roads clear for rescue services
  • Follow Cantonal Police instructions

Practical information for people living in Crans-Montana and Valais.

Perimeter and restrictions

Sealed area around Le Constellation bar

  • Security perimeter in effect in Crans-Montana
  • Active no-fly zone
  • Access prohibited without authorization

Perimeter details will be specified in official Canton of Valais communications.

Practical instructions

Inside perimeter

If you are inside the perimeter

  • Stay home unless instructed otherwise
  • Follow Cantonal Police instructions
  • Keep access to communications
  • Charged phone, radio on
Outside perimeter

If you are outside the perimeter

  • Avoid the Crans-Montana area
  • Do not go there "to see"
  • Keep access routes clear for rescue
  • Avoid non-essential travel

Transport and traffic

Disruptions are likely in the Crans-Montana area.

Official transport sources

What NOT to do

  • Do not go to the scene out of curiosity
  • Do not block the roads — rescue services need them
  • Do not spread rumors about the local situation
  • Do not photograph rescue operations

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