Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Week 2: Avalanches Kill Three in Washington State Ski Resort
Three people were killed of the eight that were reported missing after an avalanche near a popular ski resort in Washington State. Across the West there has been about thirteen avalanche related deaths this year. Experts say that this year has been especially bad for avalanches because of a weak base layer of snow. Avalanche deaths are more common in the backcountry than ski resorts. I think that avalanches are extremely dangerous and that if a warning for an avalanche is in effect, skiers should not go out. Many deaths could have been prevented if people weren't out on the slopes durning the warnings.
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I don't think people realize how dangerous snow can be. Avalanches can be really serious and since the earth is getting warmer, they're becoming more and more common. People should listen to the reports and only go on ski resorts that are safe, to avoid anymore unnecessary deaths.
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