Irish Woman Dies in Avalanche in Argentina

Irish Ambassador to Argentina confirms the death of a 34-year-old Irish woman in a tragic avalanche.

Body of Anna Farrell found on Tuesday after days-long search in remote area of Patagonia.

The Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the death of an Irish woman in an avalanche in Argentina.

The woman, named as 34-year-old Anna Farrell, was part of a group of skiers who were caught in an avalanche in the remote area of Patagonia on Saturday.

The Irish Ambassador to Argentina, Brendan Ward, said that Farrell's body was found on Tuesday after a days-long search by rescue teams.

The avalanche occurred in the area of Cerro Fitz Roy, a popular tourist destination for hikers and climbers.

The Irish Embassy in Argentina is providing consular assistance to Farrell's family and friends.

The Department of Foreign Affairs has expressed its condolences to Farrell's family and friends.