Avalanches
Seven dead in avalanches in French and Austrian Alps
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Avalanches over the weekend in the French Alps and Austria have killed seven people. Most victims were skiers off the marked pistes. Authorities continue to warn of high avalanche risk.
Three skiers died on Sunday in three separate avalanches in the French Alps, bringing the weekend toll to six following three fatalities on Saturday. Authorities had warned of a high avalanche risk since Friday. Hundreds of motorists were also stranded by snow in the area.
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Following recent snowfalls, avalanche danger in the Alps has risen to level 4 out of 5. From the Allgäu Alps in Bavaria to the French Alps, experts are warning for Sunday of spontaneous avalanches that can trigger with minimal load or on their own. Professionals urge great caution and restraint off the pistes.