Blatten Switzerland Glacier Collapse 2025 | Village Buried Under Ice, Mud & Rock | News Plus Globe
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A massive section of the Birch Glacier in Blatten, Switzerland, collapsed on May 28, 2025, unleashing a devastating landslide of ice, mud, and rocks that buried about 90% of the village. Although the 300 residents had been evacuated days earlier, one person remains missing. This rare disaster highlights the growing risks glaciers pose as climate change accelerates melting and destabilizes mountain regions. Authorities are working to prevent flooding caused by blocked rivers and assess the full damage. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this tragic event.
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Description:
A massive section of the Birch Glacier in Blatten, Switzerland, collapsed on May 28, 2025, unleashing a devastating landslide of ice, mud, and rocks that buried about 90% of the village. Although the 300 residents had been evacuated days earlier, one person remains missing. This rare disaster highlights the growing risks glaciers pose as climate change accelerates melting and destabilizes mountain regions. Authorities are working to prevent flooding caused by blocked rivers and assess the full damage. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this tragic event.
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#GlacierCollapse
#BirchGlacier
#SwissAlps
#ClimateChange
#NaturalDisaster
#Landslide
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#EverestDay2025
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00:00Welcome to News Plus Globe. Today, we bring you breaking news from Blatton, Switzerland.
00:07On May 28, 2025, a massive section of the Birch Glacier collapsed,
00:12triggering a devastating landslide of ice, mud, and rocks.
00:17The landslide buried about 90 of the small village of Blatton, home to 300 residents.
00:23Thankfully, the village had been evacuated days earlier due to warnings of glacier instability.
00:30However, one person is still reported missing as rescue efforts continue.
00:36The collapse caused a 3.1-magnitude earthquake and blocked nearby rivers, raising flood risks.
00:43Swiss authorities have deployed the army to assist with disaster relief and debris removal.
00:49Experts warn climate change is accelerating glacier melt, increasing the risk of such disasters.
00:55We will keep you updated on this developing story.
00:58Subscribe to News Plus Globe for the latest global news.