Video shows shock moment Skier and her dog are swept away by an avalanche

Sven Ziegler

13.1.2026

A skiing trip in the mountains of Andorra almost had dramatic consequences for Spanish sportswoman Ares Masip. While skiing off-piste at the beginning of January, she triggered an avalanche and was swept away by the masses of snow.

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  • Spanish athlete Ares Masip triggered an avalanche while skiing in Andorra and was briefly swept away.
  • The incident occurred at an altitude of around 2,400 meters, although the official avalanche risk was classified as low.
  • Masip speaks of a miscalculation and warns against relying on routine and familiarity.