Alpine Resort Cogne Cut Off by Landslides

Cogne: Cogne was cut off from the outside world on Monday after two landslides hit the regional highway connecting the Aosta Valley town on the slopes of the Gran Paradiso mountain to the valley below. The incident has once again isolated the popular alpine resort, disrupting the daily life of its residents and affecting the local tourism industry.

According to Ansa News Agency, the landslides struck exactly a year after devastating floods caused major damage to the same highway, leading Cogne to be cut off for almost a month. This recurrence has raised concerns among the local authorities and community about the vulnerability of the region to natural disasters.

A car was stranded by the landslides, and the people inside were rescued by a joint operation of the Aosta Valley Alpine Rescue and the fire brigade. The successful rescue operation ensured the safety of the individuals involved, highlighting the preparedness and efficiency of the emergency response teams in the area.