Ski Lift Incident in Breuil-Cervinia, Italy

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Sudden wind gusts struck a ski resort in Italy, causing chair lifts to twist and turn with people still riding them. Skiers experienced panic and fear due to high winds reaching up to 70 mph.

Key Points

  • Sudden wind gusts caused chair lifts to twist and turn at the Cervino Ski Paradise in Breuil-Cervinia, Italy.
  • Skiers were stuck in the chairs while the lifts were affected by gusting winds reaching up to 70 mph.
  • 10 chairs on the lift were damaged, but all skiers reached their destination safely.

Pros

  • All skiers reached their destination safely despite the frightening incident.

Cons

  • 10 chairs on the lift were damaged and taken out of service.
  • Skiers experienced moments of total panic and fear due to high wind speeds.