Ski tourer dies after triggering avalanche in German Alps
A man died after triggering an avalanche while ski touring in the Allgäu Alps in southern Germany, police said on Monday.The 46-year-old, who was travelling alone, apparently set off the avalanche on the northern flank of the Iseler mountain on Monday afternoon before calling emergency services, police said.Poor weather and low visibility initially prevented a helicopter from reaching the site. A mountain rescue team climbed to the accident area on foot, but unstable snow conditions significantly hampered access and delayed rescue efforts, according to police.The man was eventually located in a steep snowfield below the mountain's north face. He was flown to hospital while receiving resuscitation but later died.Police said the avalanche occurred outside the secured ski area, which was not endangered."In light of the current avalanche situation, people are strongly urged to follow official avalanche bulletins, carry proper safety equipment and avoid steep, high-risk terrain," police said.
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