A fatal avalanche in the Swiss Alps on Saturday claimed the life of a 53-year-old Slovakian ski tourer and injured another, highlighting the inherent risks of off-piste adventures. The incident occurred in the Val da Fain near Piz alv in Pontresina, Graubünden Canton, prompting a swift response from Swiss air-rescue service Rega and local alpine rescue teams. Authorities are reminding backcountry enthusiasts of the importance of avalanche safety precautions as conditions remain hazardous in the region.
- A group of Slovakian ski tourers was caught in an avalanche Saturday evening.
- The incident occurred in the Val da Fain near Piz Alv in Pontresina, Switzerland.
- One person died, and another was injured.
A fatal avalanche struck a group of ski tourers in the Swiss Alps on Saturday, February 10, leaving one man dead and another injured. The incident underscores the dangers of backcountry skiing, even for experienced adventurers.
Authorities were alerted to the avalanche shortly after 5:30 p.m. local time by a member of the four-person Slovakian group, according to a statement released Sunday by the Graubünden Canton Police. A rescue flight conducted by Rega, Switzerland’s air-rescue service, located an injured man who had managed to free himself from the snow. He was transported to Samedan’s Oberengadin Hospital for treatment.
Tragically, a 53-year-old man buried by the avalanche was recovered deceased during the search operation. The rescue effort involved alpine rescue dog handlers and two Rega helicopters.
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