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Avalanche triggers mountain rescue near Ammarnäs

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Key Points
  • An avalanche hit Guvertsfjället near Ammarnäs in Sorsele.
  • Police launched a mountain rescue with helicopter, snowmobiles, and avalanche dog.
  • Three snowmobiles were seen in the area, but it is unknown if anyone was affected.

An avalanche occurred at Guvertsfjället just south of Ammarnäs in Sorsele, Sweden. Police have initiated a mountain rescue operation involving a helicopter, snowmobiles, and an avalanche dog. Three snowmobiles were observed driving in the area, but it is unclear if anyone was caught in the avalanche.

An ambulance helicopter is also en route to the location.

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