Five German mountaineers reported dead after an avalanche near Vertainspitze mountain, Italy
Five German mountaineers were reported dead after an avalanche near Vertainspitze mountain in Italy on November 1, 2025.

Five German mountaineers were reported dead after an avalanche near Vertainspitze mountain in Italy on November 1, 2025.

On February 28, 2024, parts of central and northern Italy were hit by heavy rains, causing widespread flooding and landslides. In Alto Adige, an avalanche in Racines di Dentro resulted in one fatality and two serious injuries. The severe weather led to the closure of roads, rail lines, and schools in affected regions, with evacuations ordered due to rising river levels and landslide risks.