An avalanche results from a large mass of snow and ice suddenly slipping from its position and moving rapidly down a slope.
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Questions and answers about what an avalanche is, and the dangers of them.
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Illustrated explanations of how they are formed, and why they behave differently.
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Provides avalanche forecasts and warnings for Colorado. Includes accident reports and educational resources.
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Article warns of the dangers of avalanches when skiing.
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Explains why avalanches are difficult to predict, and illustrates the different ways they can form.
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Facts and figures from the National Snow and Ice Data Center. Includes safety advice and an explanation of the danger scale.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Facts and figures from the National Snow and Ice Data Center. Includes safety advice and an explanation of the danger scale.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Article warns of the dangers of avalanches when skiing.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Illustrated explanations of how they are formed, and why they behave differently.
[ Mature Teens ]
Provides avalanche forecasts and warnings for Colorado. Includes accident reports and educational resources.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Questions and answers about what an avalanche is, and the dangers of them.
[ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ]
Explains why avalanches are difficult to predict, and illustrates the different ways they can form.