Glacier Collapse in Swiss Alps: One Missing After Massive Landslide

Glacier Collapse in Swiss Alps Leaves One Missing, Residents Evacuated A section of a glacier collapsed in the Swiss Alps near Blaten, Switzerland, on May 31, 2025, triggering a massive cloud of dust and debris. Authorities confirmed that one person is missing following the incident. "The mountainside was engulfed in a thick cloud of dust," said a local resident who witnessed the event from a safe distance. Thankfully, other residents in the area were successfully evacuated before the collapse, preventing further casualties. The video footage captured by GMA News vividly illustrates the scale of the event and the speed with which the glacier disintegrated. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation and assessing the extent of the damage. The search for the missing person is underway. While the immediate danger seems to have passed, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the impact of climate change on glacial stability in the region. The ongoing monitoring will be crucial in determining the long-term consequences of this event.