Two people died in a snowslide in Hemsedal, Norway.
An avalanche happened in Hemsedal, Norway on Easter Sunday. Two people died and others were injured. Rescue teams are searching for missing people.
The avalanche occurred in the Hemsedal region, a popular ski area. A large group of people, including four, were caught in the slide. Two men, Guro Jordheim and Max Napoleon Andersson, were among those who died. Rescue teams used a helicopter to search for survivors and the missing person. The local community is mourning the loss of the victims.
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Highlights
Avalanche in Hemsedal
An avalanche occurred on Monday in the Norwegian ski resort of Hemsedal.
Two Deaths Reported
Two people died and two others were injured in a snowslide in Hemsedal, Norway.
Search and Rescue Launched
A search and rescue operation was launched using a helicopter in the Hemsedal region.
One Person Missing
One person is currently missing after being swept away by the slide.
Victims Were Residents
The two deceased were residents of the ski village in Hemsedal.
Perspectives
- An avalanche occurred in Hemsedal, Norway.
- Four people were caught in the snowslide.
- Two people died in the incident.
- Rescue teams were involved in the search and treatment.
NRK, SVT Nyheter state the avalanche was a natural event.
NRK, SVT Nyheter
NOS Nieuws suggests the high risk of avalanches contributed.
NOS Nieuws