The landslide that buried most of a Swiss village this week is focusing renewed attention on the role of global warming in ...

On Wednesday, a landslide from the mountain side of Birch Glacier -- located in the Lötschental valley in northern Switzerland -- flattened homes in the Alpine town of Blatten after a large chunk of ...

The Swiss Alps offer a unique summer experience with breathtaking landscapes, pristine lakes, and invigorating hiking trails. This itinerary provides insights into exploring the natural beauty of ...

At least one person was missing after a landslide wiped out 90 percent of Blatten, which was home to roughly 300 residents ...

The Birch Glacier above the village of Blatten collapsed and caused a landslide that has buried most of the village.

The natural disaster shows a volatile combination of climate change effects, fragile natural environments and human ...

On May 28, a massive glacier gave way and destroyed a village in the Swiss Alps after a rockfall caused it to fail under ...

What Causes Glaciers to Collapse like the Event That Buried a Swiss Village?

From its medieval cobbled streets and cultural festivals to scenic hiking trails and crystalline lakes, the Alpine town of ...