Avalanche in Austria kills three skiers from the Netherlands

Group of 17 were ski touring near resort of Solden when 80-metre wide avalanche hit

An avalanche near the Austrian ski resort of Solden has killed three skiers from the Netherlands. Another person was rescued and taken to hospital.

The victims were part of a 17-person ski touring group that was on an ascent with four Austrian guides. Ski touring involves using skis with special bindings and skins that make moving uphill possible.