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Avalanche Footage Captures Skiers Surrounded by Snow in Italian Alps
world9 days ago

Avalanche Footage Captures Skiers Surrounded by Snow in Italian Alps

A dramatic clip from Val Veny near Courmayeur, Italy shows dozens of skiers being enveloped by an avalanche, highlighting ongoing avalanche danger in Europe’s Alps amid a spate of deadly slides that have killed dozens this year; The Daily Beast notes it cannot verify if this clip is the same incident that left two people dead nearby, as officials tally Alpine fatalities (including 27 in the French Alps this year).

Avalanche Toll Surges in Italian Alps as Winter Games Open
world17 days ago

Avalanche Toll Surges in Italian Alps as Winter Games Open

Thirteen backcountry skiers, climbers, and hikers died in avalanches along Italy's Alpine crescent as the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics began; authorities say 10 of the deaths were caused by an unstable snowpack from fresh snowfall and wind, with incidents on ungroomed slopes away from Olympic sites in Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino's Val di Fiemme. The Alpine Rescue Corps also rescued U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn after a fall, while rescuers noted no avalanche danger at managed resorts and urged backcountry travelers to heed avalanche bulletins until the snowpack stabilizes.

Parker Solar Probe Maps How the Sun Heats Its Solar Wind
space27 days ago

Parker Solar Probe Maps How the Sun Heats Its Solar Wind

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe delivered unprecedented close-up data from the Sun’s corona, enabling researchers to use the Arbitrary Linear Plasma Solver (ALPS) to analyze how particles respond to waves in the Sun’s plasma. The study shows how heating and damping shape the solar wind near the Sun, with cooling of particles occurring more gradually than expected as they stream outward—improving space weather forecasts and informing similar plasma processes in the universe.

Six Killed as Extreme Avalanche Weekend Rocks the French Alps
world1 month ago

Six Killed as Extreme Avalanche Weekend Rocks the French Alps

Six people were killed in separate avalanches across the French Alps over the weekend as authorities warned of extreme avalanche danger (levels 4–5) and urged against off-piste skiing; the fatalities occurred in Val d’Isère, Arêches-Beaufort, Courchevel, La Plagne and Vallorcine, with rescue teams frustrated by non‑compliance and many backcountry skiers lacking essential safety gear, while hundreds sought shelter due to travel disruptions.

Alpine Glaciers Face Peak Extinction by 2050, Study Warns
environment2 months ago

Alpine Glaciers Face Peak Extinction by 2050, Study Warns

Glaciers in the European Alps are projected to reach their peak rate of extinction in eight years, with over 100 expected to vanish permanently by 2033, driven by human-caused global warming. Similar rapid losses are forecasted in North America and other regions, with significant implications for ecosystems, water resources, and cultural heritage. Urgent climate action and adaptation strategies are needed to mitigate these impacts.

German Climbers Killed in Italian Alps Avalanche
world3 months ago

German Climbers Killed in Italian Alps Avalanche

Five German climbers, including a 17-year-old girl, died in an avalanche in the Italian Alps near South Tyrol while attempting to summit Cima Vertana, with rescue efforts ongoing for two others who fell about 200 meters. The avalanche occurred at around 3,500 meters altitude, possibly triggered by wind or recent snow accumulation, highlighting the persistent danger of avalanches in the region.

Hiker Uncovers 280-Million-Year-Old Ecosystem in Alps
science1 year ago

Hiker Uncovers 280-Million-Year-Old Ecosystem in Alps

A hiker in the Italian Alps discovered 280-million-year-old fossils, revealing a prehistoric ecosystem from the Permian period, predating dinosaurs. The melting ice, due to climate change, exposed well-preserved footprints of ancient reptiles, amphibians, and insects. This significant find, made at high altitudes, offers insights into life before the age of dinosaurs and highlights the impact of climate change on uncovering hidden paleontological treasures.

"Discovery of Missing Toddler's Remains in French Alps Brings Closure"
tragedy1 year ago

"Discovery of Missing Toddler's Remains in French Alps Brings Closure"

The remains of 2 1/2-year-old Emile Soleil, who went missing in the Alps last summer, have been found, bringing a tragic end to the search. The discovery was made by a woman walking in a previously searched area, and genetic testing confirmed the identity of the remains. Emile's parents, devout Catholics, expressed their sorrow in a statement, while the local mayor acknowledged the long road to recovery from the loss. The cause of death remains unknown, and a forensic investigation is ongoing.

"Discovery of Missing French Toddler's Bones in the Alps"
crime1 year ago

"Discovery of Missing French Toddler's Bones in the Alps"

French investigators have positively identified the remains found near the mountain village of Le Vernet as those of a 2-year-old boy who went missing in July last year. The toddler disappeared while on a visit to his grandparents, leading to a large-scale search involving police, soldiers, and sniffer dogs. The cause of death is still unknown, and further analysis of the bones will take place as authorities continue their investigation.