There was an avalanche near the Rosa Khutor resort in Sochi

An avalanche occurred outside the equipped slopes of the Rosa Khutor resort in Sochi. This was reported by the Russian Emergencies Ministry on February 24.

It is specified that the incident occurred on the southern slope of Aibga.

"Two people are near the danger zone, independently return to the territory of the resort can not", - stated in the Telegram-channel of the Department.

In addition, the third tourist, who was on the slope, is currently out of contact. Rescuers of the Russian Emergencies Ministry headed to the scene.

February 21, 14 settlements in Dagestan were left without automobile communication due to avalanche. The State Automobile Inspectorate of the Republic of Dagestan urged citizens to refrain from traveling along the specified route.