US EditionFloods in Zermatt: Swiss holiday resort cut off from the outside world
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Due to an increased risk of flooding, train traffic in the 6,000-person village at the foot of the Matterhorn has been suspended, and schools also remain closed. It had rained heavily in the region in recent days.
In the canton of Valais, landslides and floods have occurred due to heavy storms.
After severe storms on Friday, the tourist town of Zermatt is cut off from the outside world. Damages keep emergency services in Switzerland busy, and there are traffic restrictions.
The Canton of Valais faces major floods on Friday following heavy rain. The Valais station of Zermatt is cut off from the world, while 30 residents of Chippis had to be evacuated. The Rhone also threatens to overflow its banks.
Landslides and floods occurred in Valais due to severe thunderstorms on Friday. The authorities warned of the risk of flooding along the Rhone.
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