Official announcement from Astún ski resort or local news outlets

Chair Lift Collapse at Astún Ski Resort Injures 30; Nine Critically Hurt

Jan 18, 2025, 12:35 PM

At least 30 people have been injured, including nine very serious injuries and eight serious injuries, after a chair lift collapsed at the Astún ski resort in Huesca, Spain. The incident, reportedly caused by an apparent failure in the cable, occurred on Saturday, leaving some skiers stranded on the chairlift. Emergency services, including helicopters, are at the scene to treat and transport the injured, and a field hospital has been set up at the resort. Authorities have established a hotline for families seeking information at 976 71 59 80. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his concern over the accident and offered support to the regional government of Aragón. An investigation into the cause of the collapse is underway.