The 45-year-old, who has not been named, was buried in a pile of snow
following the incident on Mount Blanc, the Mirror reports.
An investigation is now underway following the incident. Meanwhile, skiers and holiday makers have been urged to take considerable care if heading to the alps, as they have been warned that the chances of avalanches are going to "increase dramatically". The valley is now on heightened alert following fresh snowfall. The mountain has also been closed and rescuers are combing the area to search for any possible victims.
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