An avalanche in the French Alps has led to the tragic death of three skiers, including two Britons, highlighting the dangers of skiing in off-piste areas. The group, which consisted of five people plus an instructor, was skiing in Val d’Isère when the avalanche occurred. The ski instructor was unharmed and passed blood and drug tests, while another British skier sustained minor injuries in the incident.

The local prosecutor, Benoit Bachelet, announced that a manslaughter investigation will be conducted by the CRS Alpes mountain rescue police, as authorities seek to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. This incident comes amid a red alert issued by France's national weather service for heightened avalanche risk in the area, emphasizing the importance of safety precautions when skiing in unstable snow conditions.

This incident reflects a broader concern in the region, as similar avalanche events have seen a disturbing rise in fatalities throughout the Alps—most recently, a series of avalanches in Italy resulted in the deaths of 11 people within a single week. As conditions continue to fluctuate due to weather changes, both skiers and instructors are reminded to exercise caution and adhere to professional guidance to avoid such devastating outcomes in the future.