Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Ice avalanche kills six in Italian Alps during heatwave

Ice avalanche

An avalanche of ice in the Italian Alps resulted in at least six fatalities and eight injuries. A significant serac or section of ice collapsed on the Marmolada glacier. The collapse occurred as local temperatures reached record highs, with the mountain top hitting nearly 10 degrees Celsius. According to first responders, an avalanche of ice … Read more

six dead after Marmolada mountain glacier breaks down

Marmolada mountain glacier

A significant portion of an Marmolada mountain glacier broke off. At least six people were killed, eight injured. An extreme warmth that has seized Italy since late June could be a contributing factor. Italy: A significant portion of an Marmolada mountain glacier broke off and plummeted down an Italian mountainside, killing at least six people. … Read more