Avalanche

Maximum Caution Urged in The Alps Following Avalanche Deaths

Maximum Caution Urged in The Alps Following Avalanche Deaths

Officials in the French province of Savoie, home to some of the world’s largest and best known ski resorts, have urged skiers to be cautious, especially when heading off piste, following more avalanche deaths at the weekend.

New Deep Snow Safety Video

New Deep Snow Safety Video

The High Fives Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on preventing life-changing injuries and provides resources and hope if they happen, has released a new snow safety video, designed to promote awareness and education about the hidden dangers of winter sports.

High Avalanche Danger in Southern Alps After 60cm Snowfalls

High Avalanche Danger in Southern Alps After 60cm Snowfalls

The avalanche danger has jumped from level 2 ('moderate') to a ‘high’ level 4 on the scale to 5 at ski areas across the region after several reported over two-feet (60 cm) of snowfall in about 24 hours on Tuesday-Wednesday this week.

Terrain Traps and Safety Tips for Spring Skiing

Terrain Traps and Safety Tips for Spring Skiing

Spring skiing brings a unique beauty to the mountains. Yet, as the snow warms, avalanche danger changes significantly. Understanding this risk is crucial for maximizing safety on the slopes.

Kasha Rigby Dies in Avalanche

Kasha Rigby Dies in Avalanche

American skier Catherine “Kasha” Rigby (54) has died in an avalanche in

New Backpack Aims To Delivers Air If You’re Buried In An Avalanche

New Backpack Aims To Delivers Air If You’re Buried In An Avalanche

Backpacks designed to help skiers and boarders caught in avalanches have been

Get Avalanche Aware (in Val d’Isère)

Get Avalanche Aware (in Val d’Isère)

Henry’s Avalanche Talk (HAT) have launched a new season of on