What triggers an Avalanche
Wind is one of the most common causes of avalanches. Wind can deposit snow 10
times faster than snow falling from storms. Plus any added weight from snow
storms can also cause avalanches. If the weight from a new snow is added faster
than the underneath weak-layer can adjust to its load, than it fractures, and an
avalanche is born. Strong sun or warm temperatures can also cause avalanches, by
rapidly melting snow. Always think AVALANCHE! In 95 percent of all incidents
involving avalanches, the VICTIM, or someone in the victims group triggers the
avalanche.