Skier survives avalanche - and lands on his feet
A Swiss skier was swept 600 metres down a mountain by an avalanche but landed on his feet.
The 36-year-old from the canton of Schwyz suffered a few broken ribs but was otherwise unhurt.
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The 36-year-old from the canton of Schwyz suffered a few broken ribs but was otherwise unhurt.
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