Four folks have died and others are believed to be injured after an avalanche in a French valley.

An enormous search and rescue operation was launched after snow cowl slipped within the commune of Mont-Dore in central France on Sunday afternoon.

About 50 rescuers together with specialised mountain police have been concerned, in addition to canines specifically educated to search out avalanche victims.

The mayor of Mont-Dore, Sebastien Dubourg, praised these concerned within the rescue.

"The Val d'Enfer is heavy snow. It's a funnel. The mountain is unfortunately stronger than us," he was quoted by regional information outlet La Montagne as saying.

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An investigation into what occurred has been opened by the native public prosecutor's workplace.

Joel Mathurin, prefect of the Puy-de-Dome area, despatched his condolences to the households and family members of the victims. He additionally requested everybody to train the utmost warning within the space.

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