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The Alps are going wild this summer with record-breaking rockfalls, fueled by climate change melting permafrost and destabilizing mountain slopes. Scientists warn this isn’t just a seasonal spike — it’s a dangerous trend with deadly consequences, already claiming lives and forcing closures of popular climbing spots. Even as temperatures cool, the damage lingers, with experts predicting the worst rockfalls may still hit this fall. While some push for restricted access, others argue climbers should stay open — but with more people on the slopes, the risk is only rising.

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