Avalanche in Italian Alps kills two skiers

Two skiers were killed and another injured in an avalanche on the Italian side of the Mont Blanc massif near Courmayeur on February 15, 2026. The avalanche occurred in the Couloir Vesses, with authorities conducting search and rescue operations involving 15 rescuers and helicopters. This incident is part of a deadly trend in the Italian Alps, where 13 backcountry enthusiasts died in a week due to unstable snow conditions. Officials warn that recent storms have created hazardous avalanche risks, especially in off-piste areas.

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