According to CCTV News, on the 13th local time, a helicopter caused an avalanche at a ski resort in the French Alps.In the picture, the helicopter was hoisting cargo and was near the top of the mountain. It seemed to be preparing to unload the cargo. After the related operation caused an avalanche, the helicopter flew away immediately.
Ski resort staff said that avalanches have occurred frequently in the Alps recently, and skiers are advised to pay attention to safety and not to leave the fixed snow trails.
Public reports show that the weather in the Alps has been severe recently, the risk of avalanches is high, and many avalanche accidents have occurred.
On February 7, the body of a foreign ice climber was found in a waterfall in the Aosta Valley. It was initially determined that there was a mistake during the descent.
On the same day, a ski mountaineer was caught in an avalanche along the canal from Forcera Ceremana to Lake Paneveggio and died after being airlifted to hospital.
The mountain rescue department issued a "strong warning" to the public: Within a week, 11 deaths in mountaineering accidents have occurred in the Alps, 10 of which were caused by avalanches.
The current snow conditions are extremely unstable. When engaging in outdoor activities such as skiing and mountaineering, you must fully assess the risks and be equipped with necessary emergency equipment.
It is understood that there are two necessary conditions for the formation of an avalanche. The first is the terrain. Generally, avalanches are more likely to occur on terrain with a slope of 20-50°. The second is snowfall. Snow must accumulate in sufficient amount before it avalanches.
To avoid personal injury caused by avalanches, the key is to take precautions before they happen. Based on the judgment of the terrain and snowfall, you should walk with extreme caution in areas where avalanches are likely to form along the route. If you can avoid it, avoid it; if you can't avoid it, choose a suitable time to pass.