"It is terribly sad to have such an incident at the end of what has otherwise been a relatively quiet Easter, said Jarle Bjørge Øverland, head of the national council of the Red Cross Aid Corps."
"Hemsedal is a tight-knit community where backcountry skiing is a central part of local life. Mayor Per Rørby described the event as incredibly sad and noted that fatal accidents occur in the area almost every year."
"At the time of the incident, the Norwegian Meteorological Institute had issued an orange avalanche warning for the region, signaling a significant risk of slides."
"Little snow in the mountains, changing weather conditions, and good preparations have made this year's Easter quieter than we often experience, Øverland said."
On April 6, an avalanche struck a backcountry area near Hemsedal, involving seven skiers. Emergency services, including 19 Red Cross crews, quickly located all individuals. Tragically, two skiers were confirmed dead, while five others were injured. Hemsedal's mayor expressed the community's sorrow, noting the frequency of such accidents. The municipality provided support for the bereaved. An orange avalanche warning had been issued prior to the incident, indicating a high risk of slides. This Easter was quieter than usual, attributed to adverse weather conditions.
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