A devastating glacier collapse near Blatten, Switzerland, turned a picturesque Alpine village into rubble on May 28, with ice and rocks cascading down the mountainside like a scene from a disaster movie 🎥. Authorities had evacuated residents earlier this month amid warnings of instability—proving climate change isn’t just a distant threat.
While most villagers escaped safely, a 64-year-old man remains missing. Search teams paused rescue efforts due to dangerous debris, leaving locals heartbroken and scientists sounding the alarm. “This glacier had been unstable for weeks,” said one geologist. “It’s a wake-up call written in ice.” ❄️⚠️
The disaster highlights the Swiss Alps’ vulnerability to warming temperatures. With glaciers melting at record speeds, experts warn more collapses could follow. For travelers and adventurers, it’s a stark reminder: nature’s beauty can turn treacherous fast. 🌏🔍
