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Itching for powder
Today is a stunning day in the Alps, and although most areas are
not fully open yet, many season workers and holidaymakers will be
itching to get at the fresh powder out there.
We at Natives say, go for it! It's what seasons are all about. But
please, please, anyone heading off piste should make sure they have
assessed all possible risks beforehand.
Be prepared
 Having
the appropriate safety
equipment is essential, but this will not stop an avalanche,
only increase your chances of surviving it, or finding someone else
before it's too late.
The sad fact is that over the next few days, it is likely that a
number of people will lose their lives unneccessarily in avalanches.
News is already in of four deaths in St Anton and two in Zurs yesterday.
If you are thinking of heading off piste, please take precautions
and make sure you understand the risks you are taking.
Useful reading
These links are a useful starter, as is a course, such as the popular
Henry's
Avalanche Courses in Val d'Isere.
Understanding Avalanches
- outlines the different types of avalanches and their causes.
Understanding Avalanches
2 - offers advice of what to look for before heading off piste.
Transceivers and Mobile
Phones - information on how mobile phones
affect transceiver signals.
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