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Six skiers are unaccounted for in the Swiss Alps vicinity of the Matterhorn.

The situation in the Swiss Alps regarding the missing skiers is dire due to severe weather conditions. The six Swiss nationals, ranging from 21 to 58 years old, embarked on a ski tour from Zermatt to Arolla along the Swiss-Italian border. However, they went missing near the 3,706m high Tete Blanche mountain.

Rescue efforts involving all available teams on both sides of the route have been initiated, but the operation is being significantly hampered by the severe weather. Heavy snowfalls and high winds, along with the resultant avalanche danger and poor visibility, have made it extremely challenging for rescue helicopters to operate effectively.

Anjan Truffer, the head of Zermatt’s air rescue service, has stated that the weather conditions are currently too hazardous for flying. While the group’s last signal provided a rough idea of their location, their exact whereabouts remain unknown.

Despite the harsh conditions, there is hope that the missing skiers can survive, especially if they have managed to create snow shelters. However, their chances of survival depend greatly on the weather clearing to facilitate rescue efforts.

The route they were on, part of the renowned “Haute Route” from Zermatt to Chamonix, is popular but demands considerable expertise and preparation due to its challenging nature. Ski tourers are expected to be equipped with location finders and avalanche shovels, but even the most experienced individuals can face perilous situations in such unforgiving environments.

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