Environment ❯Natural Disasters

Avalanches

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Record Avalanche Risk Shuts Down French and Swiss Alps

Unprecedented snowfall of up to 120 cm has triggered critical alerts, closing schools, roads, and railways, while leaving thousands without power.

Alaska Teen Dies in Avalanche, Marking Fourth Fatality in March

Three Heli-Skiers Presumed Dead After Massive Avalanche in Alaska

Avalanche in Uttarakhand Leaves 4 Dead, Rescue Efforts Ongoing for Missing Workers

Over 40 Missing After Avalanche in India's Himalaya Region

Oregon Skiing Couple Killed in Avalanche Identified

Mount Washington Records 161-MPH Wind Gust, Highest Since 2019

Veteran Skier's Death in Colorado Avalanche Linked to Fragile Snowpack

Avalanche in Northern Italy Kills Three Skiers on Punta Valgrande

Two Estonian Skiers Killed in Avalanche at Val-d’Isère

Recent Avalanche and Snowboarding Accidents Raise Concerns in French Alps

Utah Man Rescues Brother Buried in Christmas Eve Avalanche

Heavy Snowfall in French Alps and Pyrenees Triggers Avalanche Risks and Travel Disruptions

Severe Weather Alerts Issued for French Alps and Northwest

Avalanche Forecaster Dies in Tragic Incident in Oregon

Avalanche in Colorado Claims Life of 67-Year-Old Snowboarder