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At least three individuals have lost their lives following a catastrophic avalanche that hit the Panticosa ski resort in northern Spain, close to the French border.
A woman is currently hospitalized due to hypothermia as elite mountain rescue teams urgently respond to the site of the disaster.
The nationalities of the deceased have not yet been disclosed.Credit: Getty
Emergency services were notified of the incident around 1 PM this afternoon.
Initial reports indicated two fatalities; however, authorities later confirmed that a third individual had also perished.
The avalanche reportedly struck near the Tablato mountain peak and involved a group of six people.
The nationalities of the deceased are still pending release, although officials have confirmed that one of the victims is a woman.
Elite officers from the Civil Guard's Greim mountain rescue and search unit were promptly deployed to the scene.
They are currently working alongside sniffer dogs as recovery and investigation efforts are ongoing.
Regional government president Jorge Azcon expressed his shock regarding the incident.
He announced the cancellation of his scheduled engagements to visit the site.
Authorities continue to evaluate the situation while rescue teams remain on high alert in the vicinity.
One woman has been transported to the hospital due to hypothermia.Credit: Getty
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Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the avalanche at the Panticosa ski resort?
The exact cause of the avalanche is still under investigation, but it struck near the Tablato mountain peak where a group of six individuals were present.
How many people were affected by the avalanche?
At least three people have died, and one woman has been hospitalized with hypothermia.
What actions are being taken by the authorities?
Elite mountain rescue teams from the Civil Guard are actively involved in recovery efforts, and local authorities are assessing the situation closely.
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