Avalanches cause dozens of mountain emergencies in Switzerland every year. Here are the three most important questions about the white danger - including answers.
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An avalanche — a mass of snow moving down a slope — happens most often in the wilderness. Watching for forecasts, bringing the proper gear and getting training to prepare for them can help with ...
TRUCKEE, Calif. – Investigations are ongoing into the deadly Feb. 17 avalanche near Perry Peak. The Sierra Avalanche Center (SAC) continues to release new details as their investigation unfolds.
This week’s tragedy at Castle Peak was front of mind for avalanche experts across the Western U.S. who gathered in a virtual meeting room Thursday night to discuss safety in backcountry skiing. The ...
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