39 Died in Avalanches in France Last Winter
2nd June 2021
It is much higher than previous years and is nearly double the average over the past 50 years. Covid-19 restrictions, the growth in ski touring and unstable snow are to blame.
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With ski lifts closed in France there was comparatively little precautionary measures taken to trigger avalanches and make slopes/ski areas safe.
Many people also took to ski touring in the off piste – some without the neccessary skills, training and safety equipment.
In addition there was a highly unstable snow pack, particularly in January.
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