Authorities Warn of Rock Crash at Säntis in Switzerland

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Up to 15,000 cubic meters of rock could be removed from the Säntis North Face: A pilot discovers an unstable spot on a Swiss mountain, geologists confirm the danger. The authorities react immediately.

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A pilot discovers an unstable spot on the Säntis. Why hiking trails remain open and which areas are now closed.

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An unstable rock area was found on the Säntis north face. This threatens a rock fall. On parts of the Schwägalp there is currently an increased risk of rockfall. Some areas were therefore closed.

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An unstable rock area on the Säntis north wall threatens the Schwägalp. The municipality of Hundwil has closed the corridor for pedestrians and closed the gravel pit.