- An avalanche at a popular ski resort in Sweden's Kiruna municipality on Wednesday afternoon left multiple people trapped.
- Initial reports indicated up to ten people were swept away and buried under the snow.
- A significant emergency services operation was launched involving Swedish fire engines, ambulances, and helicopters, with additional assistance from Norwegian counterparts.
- Before authorities arrived, other individuals on the mountain successfully dug out five people, who have since been taken to hospital.
- Rescue services are continuing their search for anyone else who may still be trapped, with up to ten people thought to be unaccounted for.
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