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Avalanche on the Valley Blanche

Skier triggers avalanche in the Petit Flambeau sector on the VB

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By Ellie Mahoney, Updated

After recent snowfall at altitude in the Chamonix Valley, it's no surprise that a few people were up making the most of conditions.

This video, taken by Tof Henry yesterday shows a soft slab avalanche being triggered in the Petit Flambeau sector of the Valley Blanche. Thankfully no-one was injured in the slide.

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