Avalanches in Austria Claim Lives of 8 Skiers
Avalanches in Austria Claim Lives of 8 Skiers
US · Published Jan 18, 2026
Eight skiers died in avalanches in the Austrian Alps due to heavy snowfall and unstable snowpack.
Rescue operations were conducted, but victims could not be saved; authorities are urging caution.
High avalanche risk persists; skiers advised to check forecasts, carry safety gear, and avoid prone areas.
Avalanches kill eight skiers in Austrian Alps
Tragedy has struck the Austrian Alps as a series of avalanches claimed the lives of eight skiers over the weekend. The incidents occurred in several popular skiing areas, highlighting the ever-present dangers of the mountainous terrain during winter. According to reports, recent heavy snowfall combined with an unstable snowpack created hazardous conditions, triggering the deadly slides.
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