Avalanche triggered by ice fall occurs in Aoraki Mt Cook

The PressStuffThursday 4 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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An avalanche occurred on the eastern side of Mt Haidinger on Wednesday. The event was naturally triggered by an ice fall, according to the New Zealand Mountain Safety Council. Experts warn that avalanche danger may increase further due to forecasted storms over the weekend.

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First reported by The Press, Thu 4 Sep 2025, 3:24pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
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