Avalanches in Western Austria Claim Five Lives Amid Heavy Snowfall
Avalanches in Western Austria Claim Five Lives Amid Heavy Snowfall
US · Published Feb 21, 2026
• Five people have died in avalanches in western Austria due to heavy snowfall and unstable snowpack.
• The Tyrol region is particularly affected, with up to 5 feet of snow accumulating in the past week.
• Authorities urge extreme caution, advising people to check avalanche forecasts and carry safety gear.
Five deaths trigger avalanche warnings in Austria
Recent avalanches in western Austria have resulted in the tragic deaths of five individuals, prompting authorities to issue urgent warnings about the dangers of the current snow conditions.
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