Massive Avalanche Devastates Swiss Village, One Missing

A massive avalanche struck the Swiss village of Blatten on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, following the detachment of a section of a glacier. The avalanche caused significant damage to several homes, leaving residents displaced and one person missing. Jonas Jeitziner, the information chief of the local military, confirmed the destruction and the missing person to the Swiss news agency Keystone-SDA. "The houses of several villagers were destroyed," stated Jeitziner. The video footage captured by RTL Lëtzebuerg dramatically illustrates the scale of the disaster. Rescue efforts are underway, and the search for the missing person continues. The incident highlights the unpredictable nature of mountain environments and the potential dangers of glacial instability.