Strong winds can constitute a real danger. This article describes how OTT HydroMet's tools, in particular the Lufft Ventus and V200A, can be used to get accurate wind gust measurements, and prevent potential damage.
The Alpine Research Station Furka (ALPFOR), located in the Swiss mountains, is monitoring the impact of humans on alpine nature, notably by measuring the air quality in the region. This article describes their methods and findings.