NOAA-cuts could impact life-saving avalanche forecastsConcerns are growing that NOAA staff cuts could jeopardize avalanche forecasting, putting lives at risk.
Frustrated with crowded resorts, more skiers risk avalanche hazards in backcountryAvalanches pose a serious risk to both backcountry skiers and those at commercial ski resorts, highlighting the unpredictable dangers of mountainous terrain.
'Terrible and dangerous': Federal cuts threaten critical Tahoe avalanche serviceAvalanche forecasts from the Sierra Avalanche Center are crucial for backcountry skiers, but federal staff cuts may reduce the number of daily forecasts issued.
Frustrated with crowded resorts, more skiers risk avalanche hazards in backcountryAvalanches pose a serious risk to both backcountry skiers and those at commercial ski resorts, highlighting the unpredictable dangers of mountainous terrain.
'Terrible and dangerous': Federal cuts threaten critical Tahoe avalanche serviceAvalanche forecasts from the Sierra Avalanche Center are crucial for backcountry skiers, but federal staff cuts may reduce the number of daily forecasts issued.
Day Around the Bay: Boy In Critical Condition After Outer Sunset ShootingA boy was critically injured in a shooting while other incidents raise safety and community concerns in local events.
Enigmatic Alpine avalanches to get a boost as Earth warmsClimate change increases the risk of wet-snow avalanches in the Swiss Alps despite reduced overall snowpack.
Centuries of Avalanches Are Stored in Tree RingsResearchers use tree rings to reconstruct records of past avalanches for risk management and land-use planning.
Mountain Goats Are Not Avalanche-ProofAvalanches are a significant threat to mountain goat populations