A hiker died due to the triggering of an avalanche in Val Orsera, near the Caldenave refuge, on the Lagorai group, in Trentino.
A man is in serious condition and was identified and reached by rescuers.
The operations are reportedly still ongoing.
The alarm went off around 4.15 pm due to the hikers' failure to return.
The Alpine Rescue operators flew over the avalanche area with the emergency helicopter, identifying the injured person.
Due to a change in the weather, rescue operations are continuing only from the ground.
The operators of various Alpine Rescue stations are involved.
