Tragic Carbon Monoxide Leak Kills 12 At Georgian Ski Resort

Twelve people, including 11 foreigners and one Georgian national, have died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a ski resort in Gudauri, Georgia, police have confirmed.

The victims were discovered in a sleeping area above an Indian restaurant at Gudauri, the country’s largest and highest ski resort.

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Preliminary investigations suggest the incident was accidental, with no signs of violence found on the bodies, according to AFP.

Police reported that an oil-powered generator had been used after a power outage on Friday, which likely led to the fatal buildup of carbon monoxide. The bodies were found on Saturday on the second floor of the building housing the restaurant.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the tragedy, and the victims’ identities have not yet been disclosed.

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Gudauri, nestled in the Caucasus Mountains at an altitude of 2,200 meters (7,200 feet), is a renowned destination for skiing and snowboarding.

Situated approximately 120km (75 miles) north of Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, the area also boasts a rich history, having served as a trading post on the ancient Georgian Military Road in the 19th century.

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