Three people dead after avalanche in French Alps

Avalanche struck Alpine ski resort of Bonneval-sur-Arc at midday on Tuesday

An avalanche has struck the Alpine ski resort of Bonneval-sur-Arc in France
An avalanche has struck the Alpine ski resort of Bonneval-sur-Arc in France

Three people have died in an avalanche that struck the Alpine ski resort of Bonneval-sur-Arc in France, officials said.

The Savoie prefecture said the avalanche struck around noon on Tuesday, without giving details about the identities of casualties.

French media reported that the victims included two men and a woman who were experienced hikers.

PA

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