Five people died after an avalanche struck the summit of Cima Vertana in South Tyrol on Sunday, November 2, 2023, according to ANSA.
German tourists found dead on Cima Vertana
Five tour‑guests were recovered after an avalanche on Sunday at 2,600–3,200 m on the summit of Cima Vertana in South Tyrol. The victims included a father and his 17‑year‑old daughter, two men and a woman.
Helicopter could only land at 2,600 m
Because of adverse weather, the crew could deploy rescue units only at about 2,600 m altitude. They then had to walk roughly 3,200 m on the mountain, a climb estimated at two hours.
Two climbers escape injury
A pair of other mountaineers managed to survive the slide and were eventually rescued.
