Snowdon Avalanche Prompts Major Rescue for Missing Climber
Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team faces unsustainable callouts on Snowdon, driven by social media trends. A third involve unprepared young men on Crib Goch. Read the urgent warning.
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Social media hikers overwhelm Snowdon mountain rescue
Mountain rescue teams in Snowdonia issue a stark warning as unprepared hikers, inspired by viral social media posts, trigger a record number of callouts. Learn how to stay safe.
Manslaughter charge after woman left to freeze on mountain
A 36-year-old man faces manslaughter charges after his girlfriend died of hypothermia on Grossglockner mountain. Prosecutors detail critical errors and negligence in the tragic case.
Man Charged After Girlfriend Dies on Austria's Highest Mountain
An experienced climber faces manslaughter charges after leaving his inexperienced girlfriend for six hours on Grossglockner, where she froze to death. Read the full investigation details.
Man charged with manslaughter after girlfriend dies on mountain
A man faces up to three years in prison after his inexperienced partner froze to death on Austria's highest peak. The trial is set for 2026. Read the full investigation details.
Student dies in 500ft Snowdon fall in atrocious weather
John Aravinth, a 20-year-old medical student, fell 500ft on Mount Snowdon after becoming separated from his family in 'beyond atrocious' conditions. Read the full inquest report.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki
Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.
Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak
Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.
Two climbers die in fall from Mount Cook
A mountain guide and client have died after falling from Aoraki/Mount Cook's summit ridge. The incident is a stark reminder of the inherent dangers of alpine climbing.
Teen dies in workplace tractor accident in Cambridgeshire
A 19-year-old girl, Žavinta Petrašiūtė, has died after a tragic industrial accident involving a tractor at Pretoria Energy in Cambridgeshire. Police and HSE are investigating. A fundraiser has been set up to support her family.
Avalanche Tragedy on Yalung Ri Peak in Himalayas
A devastating avalanche has struck a climbing expedition on Nepal's Yalung Ri, resulting in multiple fatalities and highlighting the dangers of high-altitude mountaineering.
Deadly Avalanche in Nepal Himalayas Kills Five
A devastating avalanche has struck the Himalayan mountains of Nepal, killing at least five people and leaving several others missing in one of the deadliest mountain disasters this season.
British father and daughter die in Mont Blanc climbing tragedy
A British father and his daughter are among five climbers who lost their lives in a devastating accident on Mont Blanc's treacherous Bosses ridge, sparking a major international rescue operation.
Five climbers killed in Dolomites avalanche tragedy
A devastating avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has claimed the lives of five climbers, including a father and his young daughter, during a popular via ferrata route. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.
Father and daughter climbers die in Italian Alps tragedy
Experienced climbers Hansjörg and Martina Leukert found dead after failing to return from challenging South Tyrol ascent in devastating mountain accident.
Five dead in Italian Alps avalanche tragedy
A climbing expedition on the Marmolada mountain turns fatal as an avalanche claims five lives, with one survivor hospitalised in critical condition.
Five German climbers die in Italian Alps avalanche
A devastating avalanche in the Italian Alps has claimed the lives of five German mountaineers, with rescue teams recovering all bodies after a massive snow collapse on Monte Cristallo.
Ski to Sweden's Highest Mountain Hut - Arctic Adventure
Discover the thrilling ski expedition to Tarfala, Europe's highest mountain hut, where breathtaking Arctic landscapes meet Swedish mountain tradition in this ultimate alpine challenge.
UK's Highest Railway: Stunning Snowdonia Views From £25
Discover the Snowdon Mountain Railway, the UK's highest track offering breathtaking panoramic views of Wales for just £25 return. This historic Victorian engineering marvel takes passengers on an unforgettable journey to the summit of Wales' tallest peak.
Widow's anguish after husband crushed by West End urinal
Exclusive: Heartbroken widow speaks out after her husband was killed by a collapsing urinal during maintenance work at a prestigious London theatre, as safety investigation continues.
£45 Mountain Railway: Britain's Most Spectacular Secret
Discover the breathtaking Snowdon Mountain Railway that transports passengers through Wales' most stunning landscapes without breaking the bank. This unforgettable UK adventure offers panoramic views and lifetime memories for less than you'd expect.
Boy, 13, survives 200ft cliff fall in miracle escape
A schoolboy cheated death after plummeting 200 feet down a treacherous cliff face during a family walk in the Peak District, suffering only minor injuries in what rescuers are calling an 'absolute miracle'.
Inside World's Most Terrifying Mountain Bike Event
Discover the heart-stopping world of Red Bull Rampage, where elite mountain bikers risk everything on Utah's treacherous cliffs in the ultimate test of courage and skill.
Red Bull Rampage 2024: Utah's Extreme MTB Returns
The world's most extreme mountain biking competition returns to Utah's rugged terrain as elite athletes battle gravity and fear in breathtaking freeride spectacle.
Hikers survive lightning strike on Arizona peak
Two hikers miraculously survive after being struck by lightning on Arizona's highest mountain peak during a sudden thunderstorm near Flagstaff.
Adolf Silva injured in Red Bull Rampage crash
Professional freeride mountain biker Adolf Silva sustains serious injuries after dramatic crash during Red Bull Rampage practice session in Utah desert. Latest medical update reveals extent of injuries.
Hiker falls 800 feet in Grand Teton rescue drama
A 21-year-old hiker suffered catastrophic injuries after falling 800 feet in Grand Teton National Park, prompting a complex mountain rescue operation that tested emergency responders to their limits.
Red Bull Rampage rider Adolf Silva crashes, airlifted to hospital
Professional freeride mountain biker Adolf Silva sustains serious injuries after terrifying crash during Red Bull Rampage practice in Utah desert. The Spanish athlete was airlifted to hospital following the dramatic incident.
Red Bull Rampage rider Silva crashes, airlifted to hospital
Freeride mountain biker Adolf Silva endures terrifying crash during Red Bull Rampage practice in Utah desert, requiring emergency airlift to hospital with significant injuries.
Red Bull Rampage horror crash: Silva airlifted
Shocking moment freeride mountain biker Adolf Silva suffers horrific crash during Red Bull Rampage qualification, requiring emergency airlift from Utah desert.
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