Five German Climbers Killed in Italian Alps Avalanche
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
An avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has killed five German climbers, including a father and daughter, while three others survived. The avalanche occurred on Cima Vertana in the Ortler Alps, possibly triggered by recent snow drifts, and rescue efforts were hampered by weather conditions. The bodies of the father and daughter were recovered, highlighting the dangers of mountain climbing in such conditions.