Historical Events tagged with "Westfjords"
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Avalanche devastates Súðavík village
An avalanche struck the Icelandic village of Súðavík, resulting in the destruction of 25 homes and burying 26 people underneath the snow. The incident occurred due to heavy snowfall and unstable snow conditions in the mountains surrounding the village. Rescue operations were launched promptly, but the challenging environment hindered immediate recovery. Ultimately, 14 people lost their lives in the avalanche, while the others were rescued or managed to escape. This tragic event profoundly impacted the tight-knit community and raised awareness about avalanche risks in similar regions.
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