After snowfall in the mountains, the Alpine Club calls on all mountain athletes to be careful. Mountain tours above 1500 meters are “currently especially demanding”. The first avalanche warning services have already started their work.
The Austrian Alpine Club (ÖAV) called for caution on Tuesday given the snowfall in the mountains. Mountain tours above 1,500 meters above sea level are “currently especially demanding”, so “thoughtful and adapted travel planning” is necessary.
It was also recalled that ski touring requires the same equipment as in mid-winter. This includes all avalanche equipment, a first aid kit, a bivy bag and a mobile phone.
Avalanche warning services get to work
ÖAV mountaineering expert Gerhard Mössmer said that the first avalanche warning services had already started their work. In the Eastern Alps, significant amounts of fresh snow have already fallen on the higher mountains. “At lower altitudes, snow is likely to melt again on the southern side due to forecast mild temperatures and still warm soil,” he said, adding: “But in the High Alps, snow is likely to remain until winter due to significant amounts.”
Well-thought-out travel planning is essential at this time. The fame of the tour and the rapidly shorter days must be taken into account. Sensitive passages should be avoided. Webcams, internet research or a phone call to the nearest cabin can provide information. An app from the Alpine Club also communicates the current conditions in the high mountains.
Source: Krone
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