Lecture: Avalanches - once fateful, now usually easy to predict
In the past, avalanches were often viewed as fateful and beyond human control. We now know a wide variety of influencing factors that affect the snow cover and determine the danger of avalanches. With a little knowledge and caution, you can often avoid dangerous situations, so that enjoyment in the winter mountains is more important than the fear of avalanches. The lecture briefly addresses the historical perspective of avalanches. In addition, the most important basics of snow and avalanche knowledge are covered, and some lessons from previous winters based on selected avalanche accidents are taught. The aim is to heighten awareness of possible avalanche danger before the coming winter season and to provide information about important innovations from avalanche warning services.
Photo by Brittany Mumma