Record-setting wave of mountain deaths rocks Italy after avalanches strike

Fox News - World Human InterestNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Bonny ChuFebruary 11, 2026 at 03:13 AM

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In Italy, at least a dozen people died in mountain accidents during the past week, coinciding with the start of the Winter Olympics. Eleven of the deaths were attributed to avalanches caused by unstable snow conditions on backcountry slopes, with the passage of a single person being enough to trigger them. The affected areas include Valtellina, Trentino, South Tyrol, the Marmolada glacier, the Apennine range, and Valle d’Aosta. Authorities warned of unpredictable conditions due to weak layers of fresh snow, but emphasized that Olympic venues and managed ski resorts remain safe. Recent snowstorms have attracted more visitors to the slopes, contributing to the increased number of accidents.

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There is no danger for people skiing within managed ski resorts, and, in particular, no risks to the Olympic sites.

quote — Federico Catania, Alpine Rescue Corps spokesperson100% confidence

The fatal disasters were caused by weak layers of fresh snow.

factual — Italy’s specialist mountain rescue organization100% confidence

11 of the 12 victims were killed in avalanches triggered by exceptionally unstable conditions.

factual — Authorities100% confidence

At least a dozen skiers, climbers and hikers died over the past week in Italy's mountainous terrain.

factual — Rescuers in Italy100% confidence

People skiing in managed areas should not face any significant risks.

factual — Federico Catania, Alpine Rescue Corps spokesperson90% confidence

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Valtellina 40% Veneto 40% Val di Fiemme 40% Alpe Meriggio 40% Federico Catania ×250% Vigili del Fuoco 50% Lombardy 50% Cortina d’Ampezzo 50% Trentino ×260% National Alpine and Speleological Rescue Corps 60% Winter Olympics ×370% Italy ×590%

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avalanches 100% mountain deaths 90% italy 80% mountain rescue 70% unstable conditions 60% skiers 60% winter olympics 50% fresh snow 50% ski resorts 40%

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Italy

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