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Tragic Avalanche Claims 13 Lives Amid Winter Olympics

2/12/2026

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In Italy, 13 skiers, climbers, and hikers died in the past week from avalanches linked to unstable snowpack.
Ten fatalities occurred as Winter Olympic competitions took place nearby.
Federico Catania of Italy’s Alpine Rescue Corps warned that even a single skier could trigger an avalanche under current conditions.
Rescuers urge backcountry adventurers to heed avalanche warnings and postpone outings until conditions improve.

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In Italy, 13 skiers, climbers, and hikers died in the past week from avalanches linked to unstable snowpack.
Ten fatalities occurred as Winter Olympic competitions took place nearby.
Federico Catania of Italy’s Alpine Rescue Corps warned that even a single skier could trigger an avalanche under current conditions.
Rescuers urge backcountry adventurers to heed avalanche warnings and postpone outings until conditions improve.