Summary
Avalanches in the Austrian Alps have killed five people following heavy snowfall. The incidents have raised the avalanche danger level in certain areas, causing significant disruption and requiring major rescue operations.
Key Facts
- Five people died in avalanches in the Austrian Alps due to heavy snow.
- A 42-year-old German man was among those killed; his 16-year-old son was taken to a hospital.
- Three skiers died in an avalanche near St Anton resort.
- A snowboarder died in the neighboring Vorarlberg region.
- Austria has had at least 21 avalanche deaths this winter.
- Avalanches are now more frequent, especially in the Tyrol region.
- Significant snowfall caused power outages and traffic issues in the south-east.
- Vienna International Airport had temporary closures due to the snow.
