At least five people killed in string of avalanches in Austria

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftSCO 2 min read 100% complete by Associated PressFebruary 21, 2026 at 07:15 PM

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At least five people died in Austria on Friday due to a series of avalanches triggered by heavy snowfall and strong winds. The avalanches occurred in the Tirol and Vorarlberg regions, specifically in St. Anton am Arlberg, Nauders-Bergkastel, and Klösterle. Victims included off-piste skiers and snowboarders from the United States, Poland, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Rescue teams responded to dozens of avalanche incidents on Friday, part of over 200 reported in the past week, bringing the month's death toll to 11. Authorities warn that unstable weather conditions are expected to persist, increasing avalanche risk.

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Klösterle 40% Nauders-Bergkastel 40% Germany 50% Switzerland 50% United States 50% Poland 50% Anton Mattle 60% St Anton am Arlberg 60% Vorarlberg 60% Tirol ×380% Austria ×290%

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avalanches 100% fatalities 80% off-piste 70% snowfall 60% mountain rescue 50% weather 40%

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Austria

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