From Daily Mail: Multiple people are feared dead after a horrific rockslide at Canada’s Banff National Park was triggered while up to 20 hikers were nearby
One person has been confirmed dead so far as rescuers continue to search for survivors at the site of the rockfall near Bow Glacier Falls, north of Lake Louise.
The deadly landslide took place at around 1:30pm on Thursday and ‘multiple hikers’ were caught in it, said the Lake Louise Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
“The initial report indicated there were multiple hikers and there may be serious injuries and/or fatalities,” Royal Canadian Mounted Police Cpl. Gina Slaney said in a news release.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said, “ I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic event at Bow Glacier Falls, north of Banff, today.
“We are thinking of all those involved and wishing for their safety as we await further details.
“On behalf of Alberta’s government, I also want to offer my most sincere gratitude to the emergency crews including search and rescue teams, and @STARSambulance for responding quickly.”
I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic event at Bow Glacier Falls, north of Banff, today.
We are thinking of all those involved and wishing for their safety as we await further details.
On behalf of Alberta’s government, I also want to offer my most sincere gratitude to…
— Danielle Smith (@ABDanielleSmith) June 19, 2025
WATCH: Video shows how large and loud a deadly rockslide was at Bow Glacier Falls, 37km north of Lake Louise.
One person is dead, three injured after the Thursday rockslide in Banff National Park.
The search continues, including flights with infrared capabilities. @CTVCalgary pic.twitter.com/D5BHqwO0n9
— Jordan Kanygin (@CTVJKanygin) June 20, 2025
Multiple people are injured and it’s expected at least one is dead after a rockslide near Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park.
Many emergency responders on scene, including at least eight ambulances, three helicopters and what appears to be medical tents set up. @CTVCalgary pic.twitter.com/97TjL0VAtS
— Jordan Kanygin (@CTVJKanygin) June 20, 2025
