Italy Glacier Collapse

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6 Dead, Numerous Missing In Glacier Collapse Due To High Temperatures In Italy

A glacial ice shelf broke in northern Italy on July 3 amid warmer-than-normal temperatures, leaving at least six people dead and more than a handful missing. Additionally, there were at least eight injuries, one of which was severe. Authorities warned that the area was at risk for more landslides. In order to find the missing, injured, and dead, rescuers used cutting-edge global positioning systems, hound dog teams, and helicopters. 

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 - 10:23 AM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Europe, glacier meltdown, Italy, high temperature, people missing

Courtesy: ANI