
Avalanche on Cotopaxi
Avalanche on Cotopaxi – March 16, 2025 Cotopaxi, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes and one of Ecuador’s most iconic peaks, is a popular destination for mountaineers. Its towering summit at 5,897 meters presents a formidable challenge, with extreme weather conditions and unpredictable snow accumulation making safety precautions essential for any climb. On March 16, 2025, an avalanche was triggered at approximately 5,700 meters due to heavy snow accumulation…