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Things to know about avalanches, what causes them and how to stay safe
Heli-skiing is a type of backcountry skiing that involves using a helicopter ... Experts said it is highly unlikely the ...
Mount Washington avalanche outraced by snowboarder. See video of narrow escape
Talk about an adrenaline rush. An avalanche occurred on Mount Washington on Tuesday, according to the Mount Washington ...
What to know about the recent avalanche danger in the western U.S.
Avalanche season ramps up with the heavy snowfalls in the late fall — but activity typically peaks around February each ...
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3 helicopter skiers presumed dead after avalanche in Alaska backcountry
The avalanche happened Tuesday afternoon in the ... according to the company’s website. Heli-skiing is a type of backcountry skiing in which skiers use a helicopter to access remote areas ...
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19th Avalanche Fatality of Season Confirmed in Utah
The avalanche occurred at 10,200' on a Northeast Aspect. According to UAC, the avalanche type was a Hard Slab that was triggered due to Persistent Weak Layer on a 43 degree slope. The crown was 3.5 ...