One person has died after a cable car cabin at the Titlis ski resort in central Switzerland plunged down a snow-covered mountainside on Wednesday (18 March) amid strong winds.
Authorities said the victim, whose identity has not been released, was the sole occupant of the gondola at the time. The exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
Swiss air-rescue service Rega dispatched a helicopter to the scene, while Nidwalden cantonal police said investigations are ongoing to determine how the accident occurred. The ski lift operator has closed the affected gondola line as authorities gather evidence and witness testimony.
The incident occurred during unusually strong gusts in the region, although officials have not confirmed whether weather conditions were responsible for the crash.
Police confirmed that both the rescue operation and an investigation into safety protocols are ongoing. Further updates are expected as officials continue to establish the sequence of events leading up to the accident.
Engelberg’s Titlis ski area, a popular destination for skiing and mountain tourism, is known for its high-altitude gondolas, including rotating cabins such as the Rotair.
Cable car incidents are rare; however, mechanical failure or severe weather can pose risks.
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