Ski Lift Catastrophe in Spanish Pyrenees Leaves Dozens Injured

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At least 30 people were injured in a ski lift accident at the Astún resort in the Spanish Pyrenees on January 18, 2025. Some were thrown from the lift due to equipment failure, while others were hit by falling metal parts. Two individuals sustained serious injuries, and 80 people were left trapped. Emergency services, helicopters, and psychologists were immediately dispatched to aid those affected. The cause of the incident remains unclear.

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