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WorldUnstable mountain rock formation threatens Swiss village as permafrost thaws

Residents of the Swiss village of Kandersteg face an imminent threat from Spitze Stei, an unstable rock formation in the Alps. Thawing permafrost is contributing to the mountain’s instability and raising fears of a collapse.

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TThe Associated Press★★☆☆☆2026-08-18 12:00Original

Unstable mountain rock formation threatens Swiss village as permafrost thaws
Unstable mountain rock formation threatens Swiss village as permafrost thawsWorld