Category : Extreme


Two Skiers Die in Italian Alps Avalanche Near Mont Blanc

Two skiers have perished and another narrowly survived after being buried in an off-trail avalanche on the Mont Blanc massif in Italy. Rescue efforts involved helicopters and canine units amid dangerous Alpine conditions.

Three Skiers Die in Val d'Isere Avalanche During Red Alert

Three skiers have died in an avalanche at France's Val d'Isere resort, with one French and two foreign nationals among the victims. The tragedy occurred just one day after Meteo France issued a red avalanche alert for the region.

Climber Dies on Welsh Coast, Two Hospitalised in Incident

A climber has died and two others were hospitalised following an incident at St Govan's Head in Pembrokeshire. Police confirm the death is not suspicious, with multiple emergency agencies responding to the coastal rescue operation.

Hikers Follow Blood Trail to Rescue Mountaineer

Experienced mountaineer Jacque Tietijen was found unconscious with severe head injuries after a solo hike accident in Washington state. Two hikers followed a blood trail to locate her.

Teen's Four-Hour Swim Saves Family in Sea Ordeal

A 13-year-old Australian boy swam for four hours through rough seas to get help after his family was swept 14km from shore, with doctors comparing the physical strain to running two marathons.

Marathon des Sables Gear: What Survived the Sahara

An in-depth review of the essential equipment that helped one runner complete the gruelling Marathon des Sables 120km edition in Morocco's Sahara Desert, from reliable watches to spartan sleeping mats.

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