Two skiers lost their lives in an avalanche in the French Alps, as reported by authorities on Monday. A man in his thirties died outside marked trails near the village of Montgenèvre, while a 38-year-old man perished in Sainte-Agnès near the city of Grenoble. This tragic incident adds to the increasing number of fatalities in the region, with two free-skiers also killed outside marked areas in Saint-Véran over the previous weekend.

The ski season in the Alps has seen a concerning rise in avalanche-related deaths, with at least 20 fatalities reported across France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria. Notably, earlier in the week, reports emerged of two Finns who had died in an avalanche in Northern Italy, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of these deadly incidents that are affecting skiers from various countries.

Authorities continue to warn skiers about the dangers of venturing off marked trails, especially in areas known for unstable snow conditions. The rising toll during the ski season raises questions about avalanche safety protocols and the need for increased awareness among skiers to prevent further tragedies in the weeks to come.