Tragic news is coming out of the country of Georgia.

A helicopter was attempting to rescue two paragliders from Gudauri Ski Resort when it crashed into the mountainside.

Georgian officials are reporting that 8 people have died from the crash including two pilots and three rescue workers.

Gudauri is the same resort where that infamous ski lift malfunction happened a couple of years ago.

WARNING: The video is difficult to watch.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the friends and family of the deceased in this tragic accident.

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