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Avalanche Deaths Surge in Europe Amid Unusual Winter Conditions

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This winter has seen a significant rise in avalanche-related fatalities in Europe, with at least 99 deaths reported since October 2025, primarily in the Alps. The French Alps alone recorded 28 deaths, far exceeding the seasonal average of eight. Contributing factors include a combination of unstable snow layers and a recent weather pattern that has deposited heavy snowfall across the region. Experts warn that while these conditions are not unprecedented, they are particularly dangerous this year, urging skiers to heed avalanche warnings and consider safer skiing practices. Tourists, often less informed about risks, have been disproportionately affected.

Key Details: • 99 avalanche deaths reported in Europe since October 2025. • 28 fatalities in the French Alps since December 26. • Experts recommend checking avalanche forecasts and skiing with local guides. • Dangerous conditions expected to persist; caution advised for backcountry skiing.

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CaliforniaItalySwitzerlandFrench AlpsStéphane BornetChristine PielmeierAudun HetlandEuropean Avalanche Warning ServicesNational Association for the Study of Snow and AvalanchesWSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research

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