Historical Events tagged with "avalanches"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Cyclone Hudhud Triggers Deadly Avalanche
A severe snowstorm and avalanche in the Nepalese Himalayas, caused by the remnants of Cyclone Hudhud, led to the death of 43 individuals. The avalanche primarily affected trekkers in the Annapurna region and halted rescue operations due to deteriorating weather conditions. Search and rescue teams faced challenges in reaching remote areas, complicating recovery efforts.
Continue ReadingAvalanche Buries Town of Galtür, Austria
An avalanche struck the ski resort town of Galtür in Austria, burying numerous buildings and trapping many residents. The natural disaster occurred suddenly during the winter, leading to a chaotic scene as rescue teams and locals tried to dig out survivors and recover victims. In total, 31 individuals lost their lives, making it one of the deadliest avalanches in the region's history.
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