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Five climbers dead in French Alps avalanche in Pelvoux | |
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Five climbers have been killed and two are missing after an avalanche in the Pelvoux district of the French Alps, officials say. | |
The avalanche happened at around midday local time on the 4,000m-high (13,000ft) Dome de Neige des Ecrins mountain, according to reports. | |
Search and rescue teams are looking for survivors. | |
The Dome de Neige is said to be is popular among climbers due to its relatively easy routes to the summit. |