A devastating storm in the Alps claims the lives of five members of a Swiss family, with a sixth person still missing, sparking a widespread search and casting a shadow of grief over the Valais canton.
In a devastating incident in the Alps, a family from Valais canton, Switzerland, was tragically killed after being caught in an icy storm during a cross-country ski tour. The deceased have been identified as brothers Jean-Vincent, David, and Laurent Moix, their cousin Marc Moix, and their uncle Joel Moix. Their bodies were discovered on the Tête Blanche mountain. A sixth member of the group, David’s girlfriend Emilie Deschenaux, is still missing, and search efforts for her continue.
The group was overwhelmed by treacherous conditions during their ski tour, leading to them freezing to death. The search and rescue operation is being conducted by local authorities, including Air Zermatt, with officials expressing hope of finding Emilie alive. The incident has caused significant distress within the local community, with tributes to the victims underscoring the impact of the tragedy. Jean-Vincent Moix was notably remembered for his dedication to mountaineering and his recent election as a local councillor.
This incident coincided with the deaths of two other individuals in the Alps during the same storm, a 62-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man, underscoring the dangerous conditions in the region. Authorities have emphasized the perilous nature of the mountainous terrain and urged caution.
