Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya

The Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya (ICGC) is a public body responsible for cartography, geology, and geophysics in Catalonia, Spain. It produces maps, geological surveys, and provides information related to territorial management and natural hazards. The ICGC is newsworthy due to its recent alert, in conjunction with Protecció Civil, regarding a "strong" risk of avalanches in the Aran-Franja Nord Pallaresa area of the Pyrenees in Lleida. This alert, issued in late March 2026, advises against activities outside controlled zones. The ICGC's role in monitoring and assessing natural hazards like avalanches highlights its significance in ensuring public safety and providing crucial information for risk management in the region. The ICGC also plays a role in documenting and understanding geological features and cultural heritage sites, as evidenced by its potential involvement in studies related to structures like the Santa Brígida d’Amer hermitage.