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Portillo Ski Center avalanche kills at least three hikers in Chile
An avalanche near the Portillo Ski Center in the Chilean Andes has resulted in at least three deaths and several injuries. The incident occurred near Laguna del Inca as a group of hikers was ascending toward the summit of Cerro Los Tres Hermanos.
Authorities from Senapred and local officials reported that the hikers were caught in a massive movement of snow and rocks, which swept them into the freezing waters of the lagoon. While initial reports varied on the exact number of casualties, confirmed reports indicate three fatalities and between four and five injuries. One victim was identified as Magdalena Acuña Jiménez, daughter of Chilean actress Luz Jiménez.
Local officials, including the Mayor of Los Andes, Manuel Rivera, noted that the group was in a restricted, non-authorized area for excursions. Reports indicate that the group had been previously warned by hotel security regarding the high risk of snow slides in the area, particularly during the current season of high snow accumulation. Rescue operations involving Carabineros, firefighters, and aerial units faced logistical challenges due to the frozen state of the lagoon and the risk of further avalanches, leading to a temporary suspension of search efforts.
Entities
Andino Club Pamir · Carabineros de Chile · Laguna del Inca · Los Andes · Manuel Millones · Manuel Rivera · Portillo · Portillo Ski Center · Portillo Ski Center · Senapred
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- [● 8 SOURCES] At least three people died in the avalanche. www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · tn.com.ar · diarioelcentinela.com · limite42.com · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · +1 more
- [● 20 SOURCES] The avalanche occurred near Laguna del Inca at the Portillo Ski Center. www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · tn.com.ar · centrotvecuador.com · diarioelcentinela.com · elgong.cl · +12 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] Four people were injured in the incident. www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · tn.com.ar · diarioelcentinela.com · limite42.com · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · +1 more
- [● 9 SOURCES] The avalanche swept hikers into the freezing waters of the lagoon. tn.com.ar · centrotvecuador.com · diarioelcentinela.com · limite42.com · elgong.cl · +3 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The victims were Chilean tourists. www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · diarioelcentinela.com · limite42.com · radiotvsierras.com · laregionhoy.cl
- [● 8 SOURCES] Authorities cannot rule out that more people are trapped at the location. www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · tn.com.ar · centrotvecuador.com · diarioelcentinela.com · limite42.com · +2 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The hikers were ascending toward the summit of Los Tres Hermanos when the avalanche occurred. diarioelcentinela.com · elgong.cl · nacion.com.uy · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.elinformadorchile.cl
- [● 4 SOURCES] The incident occurred in an area not authorized for skiing or hiking. elgong.cl · nacion.com.uy · radiomhumahuaca.com.ar