A massive avalanche killed 6 skiers Saturday in the Italian Alps near the Austrian border.  According to CNN the avalanche occurred on Monte Nevoso, or Snowy Mountain, and hit at 11:15am local time. 8 others escaped unharmed. 100 rescue personal where shuttled to the scene by 4 helicopters. This is still a developing story and we will update details as they come.

 

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....