Historical Events tagged with "cablecar"
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Fatal Cable Car Fire in Austria
A devastating fire broke out in a cable car tunnel, resulting in the deaths of 155 skiers and snowboarders. This tragic event occurred at the Kaprun ski resort in Austria, where the cable car linked the valley to the glacier skiing area. Hundreds of people were trapped in the burning gondola, leading to a chaotic rescue attempt. The fire was attributed to an electrical malfunction that ignited the flammable materials inside the cabin. Despite the rapid response of rescue teams, the toll was heavy, marking one of the deadliest disasters in Alpine skiing history.
Continue ReadingCavalese Cable Car Disaster in Italy
A U.S. military pilot caused a devastating accident near Trento, Italy, when his low-flying plane severed the cable of a ski lift, resulting in the deaths of 20 people. The tragic incident occurred on a clear day while the cable car was in operation, transporting skiers to the slopes. Eyewitness accounts reported the aircraft flying dangerously low before the catastrophic event unfolded, casting a shadow of grief over the region as families mourned their loved ones taken too soon.
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