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A French Gendarmerie Rescue Helicopter Takes Off Near Chamonix
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FRANCE: August 25, 2008
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A French Gendarmerie rescue helicopter passes in front of the Aiguille du Midi as it takes off near Chamonix during search and rescue operations.
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An avalanche hit climbers on Mont Blanc early August 24, injuring eight and leaving about ten others missing, according to the local rescue officials.
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Story by Christian Hartmann
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Photo by CHRISTIAN HARTMANN
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