CLEAN: French rescuers call off search after avalanche; no victims

CLEAN: French rescuers call off search after avalanche; no victims

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Science, Geography, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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A significant avalanche occurred between 12:30 and 13:00 at an altitude of 2700 meters, descending 500 meters and crossing two ski slopes in Valsenie. Extensive rescue operations were conducted, involving helicopters, PGHM, CRS, pisteurs, and dogs. Despite efforts throughout the afternoon, the search yielded no results, leading to the decision to end the operation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what altitude did the avalanche occur?

3100 meters

2500 meters

2700 meters

2900 meters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many ski slopes did the avalanche cross?

One

Four

Three

Two

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT involved in the rescue operations?

Three helicopters

PGHM from Maudane

Mountain CRS

Local police

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many trackers were involved in the rescue operations?

20

15

12

10

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the search operations?

Several people were rescued

The search was postponed

The avalanche was contained

No results were found