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February 22, 2026
At least 5 killed, including American, in a string of avalanches in western Austria
At least five people were killed in a string of avalanches in western Austria, authorities said Saturday.
TL;DR
- At least five people were killed in multiple avalanches in western Austria.
- Intense snowfall, wind, and weak snowpack contributed to the dangerous conditions.
- An avalanche in St. Anton am Arlberg killed five off-piste skiers, including an American and a Pole.
- A German man died in an avalanche in Nauders-Bergkastell resort, while his son survived.
- A Swiss snowboarder was killed in an avalanche in the Vorarlberg region.
- Dozens of avalanche incidents were reported, with 11 fatalities this month and eight last month.
- Turbulent weather is expected to continue, with no relief in sight for Sunday.
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