Skilift Collapse in Spain Injures Over 30, Two in Critical Condition

A malfunction at a ski resort in Astún caused a lift to partially collapse, leaving dozens injured and prompting extensive rescue efforts.

The incident occurred on January 18, 2025, at the Astún ski resort in the Pyrenees, where a malfunction caused a ski lift to partially collapse.
More than 30 people were injured, with at least two critically wounded and transported to hospitals in Saragossa; eight others sustained serious injuries.
Preliminary investigations suggest a structural failure, potentially involving the lift's cable system, led to the accident.
Rescue operations involved helicopters, ambulances, and emergency personnel, with stranded passengers evacuated over several hours.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and regional officials expressed condolences and pledged support for the injured and their families.