politics
January 11, 2026
Guard at Winter Olympics construction site dies in sub-freezing temperatures
A guard at a 2026 Winter Olympic venue construction site in the mountain resort of Cortina died during a frigid overnight shift, authorities confirmed on Saturday.
TL;DR
- A security guard died during an overnight shift at a 2026 Winter Olympic venue construction site in Cortina.
- The incident occurred on January 8th, with temperatures reaching 10.4 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Italy's infrastructure minister, Matteo Salvini, has requested a thorough investigation.
- Cortina is set to host curling, sliding, and women's Alpine skiing during the Games.
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