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🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Ski center charged with negligent homicide

Kjerringåsen Ski Center and its manager face charges of negligent homicide following a tragic incident that resulted in the death of 18-year-old Roald Falch Eriksen in January 2024.

Feb 26 • 06:12 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Ski Center Charged with Negligent Homicide

Kjerringåsen ski center in Sarpsborg and its daily manager have been charged with negligent homicide following a workplace accident that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old.

Feb 26 • 05:44 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Kjerringåsen charged with negligent homicide

Kjerringåsen ski center and its manager are charged with negligent homicide following a workplace accident that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old.

Feb 26 • 05:44 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Ski areas are still heavily plagued by avalanches and fatalities

At least six skiers have lost their lives in avalanche accidents in Austria over the past week, highlighting ongoing dangers in ski areas.

Feb 25 • 20:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

A terrifying situation captured on video at a Chinese resort

A viral video shows skiers panicking and jumping from a moving ski lift at a resort in China.

Feb 25 • 13:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Ski lift malfunction in China – People had to jump out mid-ride

A ski lift in Liaoning Province, China, malfunctioned and started moving in the wrong direction, forcing passengers to jump off.

Feb 24 • 20:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Child caught riding a jet ski in a lagoon in Ceará

A video shows a child riding a jet ski in a lagoon in Ceará, raising concerns about the lack of enforcement of boating regulations in the area.

Feb 23 • 19:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Man dead in ski slope in Ã…re

A man in his fifties died on a ski slope in Ã…re, Sweden, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Feb 22 • 23:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why do we have so many deaths from skiing this year in Europe?

Europe is experiencing a deadly winter with over 99 ski-related deaths reported since October 2025, predominantly in the Alps region.

Feb 22 • 17:23 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

I have a sixth advice for those who go to Marka in winter!

A sixth piece of advice is given to winter visitors to Marka, stressing the importance of standing safely in ski trails to avoid accidents.

Feb 22 • 09:03 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Avalanches kill several after snow chaos in several ski areas

Two people have died in avalanches in the Austrian Alps following heavy snowfall over the weekend, bringing the total death toll in Austria to seven since Friday.

Feb 22 • 05:31 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

Canadian freestyle ski star Cassie Sharpe out of Milan-Cortina Games: Not medically cleared to compete

Canadian freestyle skier Cassie Sharpe has been deemed not medically clear to compete in the Milan-Cortina Games after sustaining an injury from a fall during a qualifications event.

Feb 21 • 11:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Winter Sports: "In the Cold Air, Alcohol Hits Really Hard"

The article discusses the vibrant party scene on ski slopes in Germany, highlighting how alcohol consumption during winter sports increases the risk for ski-related accidents.

Feb 20 • 14:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Close to tragedy: a volunteer struck an Olympic athlete descending from the hill with a snow blower

During a ski jumping event, an Olympic athlete narrowly avoided injury when a volunteer inadvertently left a snow blower on the slope, resulting in a collision that occurred at high speed.

Feb 20 • 08:40 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

College student dies in tragic ski accident at Wisconsin resort, marking second death within a month

A 20-year-old college student, Alexandra Blattner, died in a skiing accident in Wisconsin, marking the second fatal incident at the resort within a short period.

Feb 20 • 01:12 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Police investigate possible negligence after deadly avalanche

Authorities in California are investigating whether negligence contributed to a deadly avalanche that killed at least eight people during a guided ski trip.

Feb 20 • 00:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Man Dead in Likely Ski Accident in Kittelfjäll

A man has died following injuries sustained in a probable skiing accident in Kittelfjäll, Västerbotten, Sweden.

Feb 19 • 22:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

A scary near miss in combined – 'Oh God'

A serious near miss occurred during the ski jumping segment of the combined event at the Milan-Cortina Olympics when American athlete Ben Loomis collided with a leaf blower.

Feb 19 • 15:06 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Ski accident in Härjedalen: Back fracture missed – Region Jämtland Härjedalen self-reports

Region Jämtland Härjedalen has reported a missed back fracture following a ski accident, acknowledging that delays in treatment may have worsened the patient's condition.

Feb 18 • 13:23 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The Accident Commission Criticizes After an Accident at the Ski Resort

The Accident Commission has criticized the safety measures following an incident where a six-year-old child became stuck in a ski lift at Surnadal Ski Center.

Feb 18 • 08:14 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The Accident Investigation Board Criticizes Following an Incident at the Ski Resort in Surnadal

The Accident Investigation Board has criticized the handling of safety assessments after a child was injured in a ski lift incident at the Surnadal Ski Center.

Feb 18 • 08:14 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

New report: Six-year-old was dragged 400 meters by the neck on a ski lift

A six-year-old child was dragged 400 meters by the neck on a ski lift due to an oversized racing bib during an alpine race in Norway, resulting in severe injury and a three-day induced coma.

Feb 18 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SHOCKING: The avalanche at a popular ski resort among Estonians claimed three lives - possible murder caused by negligence

An avalanche at a ski resort in the Alps, popular among Estonians, tragically resulted in the deaths of three individuals, raising concerns about safety negligence.

Feb 18 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Iltalehti reveals the dangers of ski resorts in Finland

The dangers lurking at Finnish ski resorts, as revealed by documents, pose significant threats to unsuspecting vacationers.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Quebec ski resort given green light to open week after Ottawa girl’s death

A Quebec ski resort has been approved to reopen following the tragic death of a 13-year-old girl from Ottawa due to a chairlift incident.

Feb 17 • 21:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Hautes-Alpes: two off-piste skiers killed in an avalanche

Two off-piste skiers died in an avalanche in La Grave, Hautes-Alpes, with a guide injured and two others unharmed.

Feb 17 • 13:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man dies after jet ski accident at Carmo do Cajuru dam

A man died following a jet ski accident at the Carmo do Cajuru dam in Brazil.

Feb 16 • 21:26 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Trail! There is a bus in the ski track.

A bus accidentally entered the ski trails in Østmarka, Oslo, surprising skiers.

Feb 16 • 18:42 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

13-year-old skier from Ottawa dies days after she was injured on Quebec ski lift

A 13-year-old skier from Ottawa has died following injuries sustained on a ski lift in Quebec.

Feb 16 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World War II grenade discovered at the Winter Olympics

A World War II hand grenade was found and deactivated near the ski jump venue for the Winter Olympics in Predazzo, Italy, with no public safety threat reported.

Feb 15 • 12:56 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

- She was not the one who took the risks

Ingrid Velken Kverneland and three fellow students were caught in an avalanche in the French Alps while on a ski trip, raising concerns about the safety measures at their school.

Feb 15 • 07:19 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Teen girl injured when clothes caught in chairlift during Quebec school ski trip

A 13-year-old girl sustained serious injuries after her clothing became entangled in a chairlift during a school ski trip in Western Quebec.

Feb 13 • 23:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Three skiers die in avalanche in the French Alps

Three skiers have died in an avalanche in the Val d'Isère ski resort in the French Alps, where avalanche risk remains very high.

Feb 13 • 16:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Three skiers died in an avalanche in the Val d'Isère ski resort in France

Three skiers lost their lives in an avalanche at the Val d'Isère ski resort in the French Alps.

Feb 13 • 16:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

If you're traveling for winter vacation by car: Remember these critical supplies!

As winter vacation season kicks off, travelers heading to ski resorts by car are reminded to ensure their vehicles are equipped with necessary winter safety supplies.

Feb 13 • 15:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Three dead in avalanche in Val d'Isère

Three skiers died in an avalanche at the French ski resort of Val d'Isère while skiing off-piste, despite having safety equipment.

Feb 13 • 14:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Ski Holidays Begin - Remember These Three Things About Traffic

As ski holidays approach, traffic on Finnish roads is expected to increase, highlighting essential safety tips for drivers.

Feb 13 • 09:06 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A ski resort is blinking as the place where most Danes get injured on the slopes

A significant number of Danes get injured while skiing abroad, particularly in one specific country, raising concerns about ski safety.

Feb 10 • 20:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect who stabbed police officer and stole jet ski is killed in confrontation in SC; VIDEO shows abandoned boat on highway

A man suspected of stabbing a police officer and attacking his wife during a robbery in São José, Brazil, was killed in a police confrontation after an extensive search for stolen items.

Feb 10 • 18:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

US Skier: How Vonn's Accident Keeps the Ski Scene in Suspense

Lindsey Vonn's recent accident during the Olympic downhill event has captured significant attention, raising concerns about her career and the safety protocols in alpine skiing.

Feb 9 • 20:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Lindsey Vonn's sister recalls watching Olympic ski star's hard crash: 'Last thing we wanted to see'

Karin Kildow, sister of Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn, expressed her emotional response after witnessing Vonn's serious crash during the Milan Cortina Games.

Feb 8 • 12:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Avalanche danger has risen in the Alps - the approaching holiday season may bring new accidents

Avalanche dangers in the Alps have increased as the ski season approaches, with experts warning of potential accidents due to unstable snow conditions.

Feb 8 • 11:52 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

If I am allowed to continue snowplowing, I might be able to ski for another couple of seasons

An 87-year-old skier reflects on their experiences with skiing and the challenges faced by older skiers in maintaining their passion for the sport amidst concerns about safety and skiing conditions.

Feb 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

CHILLING VIDEO ⟩ Terrifying incident in California: 12-year-old girl fell from ski lift to the ground

A shocking video circulating on social media shows a 12-year-old girl hanging from a ski lift in a California ski resort before falling to the ground.

Feb 7 • 19:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Avalanche overwhelms three ski mountaineers in Albosaggia, Valtellina: two are dead, the third injured

An avalanche in Valtellina has resulted in two ski mountaineers dead and a third injured.

Feb 7 • 16:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Olympic Ski Jump Planner: 'In Predazzo, many things were done on the edge'

Hans-Martin Remm, an experienced ski jump planner, discusses the balance between aesthetics and safety in ski jump design in an interview.

Feb 7 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

OVERVIEW ⟩ The New Year's tragedy at a Swiss ski resort claims another life, and two fire safety officials are also charged

The death toll from the New Year's tragedy in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has risen by one, now totaling 41, and includes charges against local fire safety officials.

Feb 5 • 22:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Woman plunges from ski lift and misses safety net before ploughing into icy slopes

A woman fell from a ski lift and narrowly missed a safety net, landing on icy slopes below as staff at the resort rushed to rescue her.

Feb 5 • 11:36 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Expert warns before the major ski holiday weeks: 'People ski recklessly'

As thousands of Danes prepare for ski trips in European resorts, an expert highlights the increasing risks of injuries despite overall responsible skiing habits.

Feb 5 • 11:14 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Australians in Japan shaken by ski deaths but say its snowfields are safe

Australians in Japan's ski industry express concern over recent ski-related deaths of their compatriots but maintain that the ski fields are generally safe with proper precautions.

Feb 5 • 01:26 UTC

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