Four helicopters evacuated 150 people trapped in a four-star hotel and other remote structures after an avalanche, authorities in Italy said as heavy snow caused disruption across the Alps. Four helicopters evacuated 150 people trapped in a four-star hotel and other remote structures after an avalanche, authorities in Italy said as heavy snow caused disruption across the Alps. The whole village was cut off from the nearest major road, some 20 kilometres away, by the heavy snowfall and avalanche risk. The Langtauferer hotel boasts views of a 3,700-metre summit and advertises itself as being ideal for skiers, who can start their runs right outside the hotel door. Heavy snowfall has also hampered the arrival of participants at the annual World Economic Forum in the Swiss town of Davos.

Source: Irish Independent January 23, 2018 21:56 UTC