On August 5, a tragic accident occurred on the Mont Blanc du Tacul, resulting in one death and several injuries.

A large serac, a block of ice from the glacier, collapsed early in the morning, striking a group of climbers at around 4,100 meters.

A 57-year-old French climber was killed, while two German climbers, aged 30 and 39, are still missing.

Four others were injured, with one in critical condition.

Rescuers, including helicopters and search dogs, were deployed to assist the victims.

Experts warn that the area is known for its dangers, with serac falls becoming increasingly common due to natural glacier movements.

The prefect of Haute-Savoie expressed condolences to the victim's family and highlighted the unpredictability of such incidents in the mountains.