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Weather, Snow, Avalaches
Know How
How are avalanches caused
Prevention
Risk Management
Rescue
what should you do?

Fundamentals

Four basic factors influence avalanche risk. Weather, terrain and snow pack are inseparably linked and affect each other, making assessment complex. However, humans and their behaviour constitute one of the biggest factors.

On these pages ORTOVOX provides you with an extensive data base on avalanche knowledge. Use this to learn about assessing avalanche risk and how to act in emergencies. This knowledge may well safe your life!
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Avalanche Information Bulletin

 Trip planning and preparation made easy with ORTOVOX. For an up to date avalanche bulletin, just click on the part of the map that corresponds to your region.

For further information click here.

Weather

 An up to date weather report is essential to ensure safety in the mountains, but also to guarantee an enjoyable trip.

Click here to check the weather in your area.

Snow depth

The most beautiful route can quickly turn into hard work with no rewarding descent if there is not enough snow.

Avoid disappointment and check snow depth in your area before planning your trip.

Avalanche Know-How

Avalanches are dangerous and plenty of people get killed every year.
But what are the reasons for avalanches to occur?
The combination of nature and humans is often the answer.
The likelihood of an avalanche being set off, depends on following factors:

Weather, terrain, snow pack composition and human behaviour.