On Sunday, an avalanche in the Italian Alps resulted in the deaths of two skiers. The rescue service reported that the body of a 31-year-old man was recovered from the snow in the Aosta Valley, and shortly afterwards, another man of similar age died. A 35-year-old skier was transported to a hospital in Turin in critical condition, and search efforts for other potential victims are ongoing.

The avalanche occurred around 11 AM near Courmayeur, where a group was skiing off-piste. Italian media reports indicate that up to six skiers might be buried in the snow. According to information from the mountain rescue service, the victims are suspected to be from France, as this area is frequently used for deep snow skiing. At the time of the incident, the risk of an avalanche was not considered particularly high.

Additionally, another avalanche occurred on the same day in Trentino in northern Italy. The rescue service reported that skiers managed to rescue an individual buried under the snow, highlighting the dangers faced by those skiing in off-piste areas. The multiple incidents raise concerns about avalanche risks in ski regions, emphasizing the need for proper safety assessments and awareness for skiers in such environments.