Mountaineers Capture Avalanche Up-Close in Canada's Rocky Mountains

A small group of mountaineers were visiting the Rocky Mountains in British Columbia, Canada, from Spain on April 21 when they unexpectedly witnessed a large avalanche up close.Skiier and mountaineer Jurek Ziemkiewicz captured the avalanche on camera. The footage shows the moment the group spot the avalanche approaching from above. They then rush to a safe location, just off its path and right next to a sign saying “Expect the Unexpected.” After a few quiet moments, a torrent of snow and debris appears just a few feet away from the group, barreling down the mountain as they stand and watch in awe. Credit: Jurek Ziemkiewicz via Storyful