A significant avalanche struck the Eiger mountain in the Swiss Alps, prompting large-scale rescue efforts as locals and authorities race against time to locate individuals buried beneath the snow.
Urgent Rescue Operations Underway After Avalanche in Swiss Alps
Urgent Rescue Operations Underway After Avalanche in Swiss Alps
Authorities mobilize rescue teams following an avalanche at Eiger, with multiple individuals feared buried under the snow.
Rescue operations are currently in progress after an avalanche swept through the Eiger mountain in the Swiss Alps, burying several people, according to local police reports. The incident occurred just after midday on Saturday, triggering an immediate response from Bern Cantonal police, who announced the launch of extensive rescue efforts via social media.
Multiple rescue teams have been dispatched to the area, conducting thorough searches for the missing individuals. The Eiger, standing at 3,967 meters (approximately 13,000 feet), is renowned not only for its breathtaking scenery but also for its challenging north face, which attracts mountaineers from around the world. The region is popular with tourists visiting the nearby resorts of Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, and Wengen.
As the situation unfolds, authorities urge anyone in affected areas to stay vigilant and heed safety warnings while the search continues.
