Deadly Avalanches in the French Alps: Rescuers Cite Weather and Unprepared Skiers

Avalanches have claimed more than 100 lives in the French Alps this season, leading rescue teams to point the finger at both unprepared skiers and treacherous weather conditions. The BBC joined a French Alps rescue team to investigate the alarming trend.

According to the rescue workers, many of the victims were inexperienced skiers who ventured off-piste without the necessary equipment or knowledge to navigate the hazardous terrain. The recent heavy snowfall and strong winds have created an unstable snowpack, further exacerbating the danger.

{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}