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Briefing: Climate change may complicate avalanche risk across the Pacific Northwest
Strategic angle: This winter was one of the warmest on record, leading to unusual weather patterns that increase avalanche risk.
editorial-staff
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Updated 19 days ago
The Pacific Northwest experienced one of its warmest winters on record, which has significant implications for avalanche risk management.
Increased winter rainfall has been observed in areas that typically receive snowfall, disrupting the expected snowpack dynamics.
These unusual weather patterns necessitate a reevaluation of avalanche forecasting and risk assessment protocols to ensure safety in affected regions.