Video Shows Avalanche Racing Toward People on Russia's Mount Elbrus (Watch)

A terrifying scene unfolded at Russia’s Mount Elbrus as a huge avalanche raced towards onlookers. The peak, which is Europe’s highest at more than 18,500 feet, is home to a varied collection of ski slopes and lifts. Like other resorts, it’s also prone to avalanches. Reportedly, to control the risk, authorities triggered the slide. But from the looks of this video, it may have been much bigger than expected. Tap or click to play.The 2026 POWDER Photo Annual is here! Lo