Six people fell into an avalanche in the Republic of Buryatia, Russia.
This was reported citing Russian media.
The incident occurred in the area of the Irokinda mine. According to initial information, nine people were clearing a technological path when huge snow blocks fell on them.
It is noted that three of them independently came out from under the avalanche. The fate of the others is unknown. Rescuers are currently conducting search and rescue operations at the scene.
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