Tragic Avalanche Deaths in Mont-Blanc Massif: Latest News and Updates

2023-12-28 19:16:00

Two skiers died Thursday in an avalanche near the Saint-Gervais-les-Bains ski area, in the Mont-Blanc massif. KEYSTONE/VALENTIN FLAURAUD sda-ats

This content was published on December 28, 2023 – 8:16 p.m. December 28, 2023 – 8:16 p.m.

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Two people died Thursday following an avalanche in the Mont-Blanc massif, authorities said. A skier was slightly injured.

A flow that started at an altitude of around 2,300 meters descended 400 meters, involving eight people, according to the chief of staff of the prefect of Haute-Savoie, Animya N’Tchandy. The toll is “two deceased victims, one lightly injured and five other people who are unhurt”. An investigation has been opened, she added.

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