One in dead in Swiss floods as Alpine resort Zermatt cut off - BBC
WEBThe body of a man has been found after three people went missing when floodwaters swept through the south-eastern Swiss town of Misox in the alpine valley of Graubünden - also known as Grisons.
Huge Clear Up Operation Underway After Flooding in Zermatt
WEBJun 23, 2024 · Swiss authorities evacuated 230 residents on Saturday, with the municipality of Chippis particularly affected, as it is situated on the left bank of the Rhone. Other parts of the Alps were also affected. The village of La Berarde in the Ecrins National Park in the French Alps as flooded.
Swiss resort of Zermatt off-limits due to flooding risk
WEBJun 21, 2024 · Trains on the R40, RE41 and RE42 lines have been cancelled due to the risk of flooding. Replacement buses are running between Visp and Täsch. The Vispa river rose from its banks on Friday morning.
Flooding in Zermatt: Chaos for Locals & Tourists Alike
WEBJun 22, 2024 · Zermatt was hit hard this weekend with serious flooding. A heavy rainstorm caused the Vispa river to partially burst its banks, leading to a whole range of problems. Most of the flooding and damage occurred along the river’s edge, and as of today, things seem to be stabilizing.
‘After the flood’ – Zermatt returns to normal life
WEBJun 27, 2024 · Regular guests and visitors to Zermatt may have been alarmed to read of the devastating floods that occurred here last week on Friday 21 June. We are delighted to be able to let you know that with typical Swiss efficiency the resort was quickly re-opened and life is (almost) back to normal.
Switzerland: Three people missing after once-in-30-year ... - Sky News
WEBJun 22, 2024 · Dramatic videos showed the otherwise small river that flows through Zermatt turning into a muddy flash flood, partially submerging streets.
IN PICTURES: What's the latest after ... - The Local Switzerland
WEBJun 24, 2024 · Parts of Switzerland including the canton of Graubünden and the resort of Zermatt were hit by huge floods over the weekend which left buildings and roads destroyed. Here's the latest as two people remain missing.
Switzerland floods: One dead and search continues for others as …
WEBJun 24, 2024 · In the west, the resort of Zermatt has been isolated by flooding as train links between Visp and the town were suspended. The road between Täsch and Zermatt were also closed. Footage from the...
Heavy rains trigger floods and landslides in Switzerland
WEBJun 22, 2024 · In the western canton of Valais, 230 people were evacuated since Friday after heavy rainfall caused flooding and mudslides. The road and railway line to the town of Zermatt, next to the...
Three missing after heavy storms cause landslide in Switzerland
WEBJun 22, 2024 · Rainfall in the Swiss canton of Valais has caused severe flooding, isolating Zermatt and prompting evacuations as authorities raise alert levels. Three people were missing on Saturday after...
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