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Alps Avalanche Death Toll Rises to Four Amid Heavy Snow

2/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Two skiers died in avalanches in the French Alps on February 6, raising the three-day death toll to four.
A 38-year-old man died near Grenoble while off-piste, and another man in his early 30s died near Montgenevre.
Previously, two skiers in their 30s died in an avalanche near Saint-Veran.
Heavy snowfall has increased avalanche risks, with 66 fatalities this ski season in Europe.

History

Historical Context

The 1999 avalanches in the French Alps, which killed 12 people, prompted the government to enforce stricter safety regulations for winter sports. Despite these measures, recent incidents have resulted in four deaths in three days, contributing to a total of 66 fatalities this ski season. This highlights ongoing challenges in avalanche risk management amid changing weather patterns and heavy snowfall.

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Story summary

Two skiers died in avalanches in the French Alps on February 6, raising the three-day death toll to four.
A 38-year-old man died near Grenoble while off-piste, and another man in his early 30s died near Montgenevre.
Previously, two skiers in their 30s died in an avalanche near Saint-Veran.
Heavy snowfall has increased avalanche risks, with 66 fatalities this ski season in Europe.

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