Glacier Collapse in Swiss Alps: Evacuation Successful, But One Person Missing

A glacier collapse in the Swiss Alps on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, has resulted in a significant portion of the village of Blatten being buried under tons of ice and debris. Local authorities, acting on the advice of geologists who had observed signs of instability, preemptively evacuated 300 residents on May 19th. Despite this timely action, one person remains unaccounted for. "The situation is extremely serious," stated a local official, who requested anonymity. "We are doing everything possible to locate the missing individual." The video footage, captured by Pomona Media via Reuters, vividly depicts the scale of the devastation. The incident highlights the ever-present risks associated with living near glaciers, underscoring the need for continuous monitoring and effective emergency response planning in such high-risk areas. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing.