Czech climber dies after rockfall on Mont Blanc's Gouter couloir
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A Czech climber died after a rockfall struck him on the Gouter couloir of Mont Blanc on September 10. His uninjured companion called rescuers, but the man died from his injuries. The couloir is considered one of the most dangerous sections of the standard Mont Blanc route.
Key Facts
- The rockfall occurred on September 10 in the Gouter couloir above the commune of Saint-Gervais.
- The climber, aged about 40, fell several dozen meters after being struck by falling rocks.
- A helicopter from Annecy was dispatched for the rescue operation due to adverse weather conditions.
- The climber's companion was evacuated by helicopter in a state of shock and taken to hospital.
- In July, two climbers died in a rockfall in the same area.
The Accident
The incident occurred on September 10 in the Gouter couloir above the commune of Saint-Gervais. Two climbers were crossing a dangerous section when rocks fell, causing a man aged about 40 to fall several dozen meters. His uninjured companion called rescuers.
Rescue Operation
Due to adverse weather conditions, a helicopter was dispatched from Annecy for the operation. The climber died from his injuries. His companion was evacuated by helicopter in a state of shock and taken to hospital.
Route Danger
The Gouter couloir is considered one of the most dangerous sections of the traditional Mont Blanc route due to constant rockfall risk. In July, two climbers died in a rockfall in the same area.
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