Avalanche defined as a rapid snow mass flow down slopes. Forms when weak layers collapse under slab weight. Four types: slab, loose snow, wet snow, and glide avalanches. Triggers include heavy snow, ...

The article offers beginner tips for safe backcountry skiing, emphasizing avalanche awareness and education. Essential skills: master resort skiing, get avalanche training, and learn to use safety ...

After the avalanche winter of 1950/51, SLF researchers developed a system for mapping areas at risk from avalanches. The resulting colour scale for danger zones still forms the basis of the hazard ...