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Fast Facts
- Responsible for more than 150 deaths annually, worldwideNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- Average U.S. victim is male, age 31National Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- Primarily occur in the winter, from December through AprilNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- About 1/3 of all avalanche fatalities in the U.S. occur in ColoradoNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- Snowfall of more than a foot creates prime avalanche conditionsNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- Forests help reduce avalanche risksNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
- Large avalanches may release as much as 300,000 cubic yards of snowNational Snow and Ice Data Center: Avalanche Awareness
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Avalanche Precautions
When going into avalanche territory, it is advisable to check with the mountain or park service center to get the most updated avalanche warning status. Never go into the back country alone. Always take a buddy with you. Stay alert for snow cracks, shady areas and pay attention to the incline of the slope as well. Utilize United States Forest Service training to test the snow pack for stability.How Stuff Works: How Avalanches Work -
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Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
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I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
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@g41j1n | November 10, 2009 02:49 AM -
Just saw the gnarliest Avalanche hat ever. Can't wait to get it!!
@Thrashedkid471 | November 10, 2009 02:47 AM -
Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
@burteen | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM -
I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
@psg723 | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM
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Xbox Live: dj hunhau is currently Online. Playing Gears of War 2. Public Annex on Avalanche. (Xbox Live Nation)
@g41j1n | November 10, 2009 02:49 AM -
Just saw the gnarliest Avalanche hat ever. Can't wait to get it!!
@Thrashedkid471 | November 10, 2009 02:47 AM -
Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
@burteen | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM -
I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
@psg723 | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM
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Xbox Live: dj hunhau is currently Online. Playing Gears of War 2. Public Annex on Avalanche. (Xbox Live Nation)
@g41j1n | November 10, 2009 02:49 AM -
Just saw the gnarliest Avalanche hat ever. Can't wait to get it!!
@Thrashedkid471 | November 10, 2009 02:47 AM -
Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
@burteen | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM -
I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
@psg723 | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM
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Textured sure-grip G10 handles. Ken Onion Speeed Safe assisted opening Technology. Partially serrated 31/8" S60V Stainless Steel Blade. Tungsten DLC Coated. Handles are drilled for both tip-up or tip-down clip carry.
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Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain - $19.95
Winter recreation in the backcountry has increased steadily over the years and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. As search and rescue teams are increasingly strapped for funding, self-education has become a larg...
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2006 CHEVY TRUCK/VANS AVALANCHE Heated Sigl Redi Set Go Driver Side Mirror Glass - $143.49
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Amazon -
Kershaw Ken Onion Avalanche Serrated Folding Knife with Speed Safe - $139.99
Textured sure-grip G10 handles. Ken Onion Speeed Safe assisted opening Technology. Partially serrated 31/8" S60V Stainless Steel Blade. Tungsten DLC Coated. Handles are drilled for both tip-up or tip-down clip carry.
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Winter recreation in the backcountry has increased steadily over the years and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. As search and rescue teams are increasingly strapped for funding, self-education has become a larg...
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Atrend A192-10Cp B Box Series 10-Inch Dual Down-Fire Enclosure for GM Avalanche Or Escalade 2002 and Up - $119.95
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Amazon -
2006 CHEVY TRUCK/VANS AVALANCHE Heated Sigl Redi Set Go Driver Side Mirror Glass - $143.49
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Amazon -
Kershaw Ken Onion Avalanche Serrated Folding Knife with Speed Safe - $139.99
Textured sure-grip G10 handles. Ken Onion Speeed Safe assisted opening Technology. Partially serrated 31/8" S60V Stainless Steel Blade. Tungsten DLC Coated. Handles are drilled for both tip-up or tip-down clip carry.
Amazon -
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Just saw the gnarliest Avalanche hat ever. Can't wait to get it!!
@Thrashedkid471 | November 10, 2009 02:47 AM -
Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
@burteen | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM -
I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
@psg723 | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM
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Avalanche on Amazon | View All
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Atrend A192-10Cp B Box Series 10-Inch Dual Down-Fire Enclosure for GM Avalanche Or Escalade 2002 and Up - $119.95
Atrend A192-10Cp B Box Series Dual 10-inch Down-Fire Enclosure for GM Avalanche Or Escalade 2002 and Up
Amazon -
2006 CHEVY TRUCK/VANS AVALANCHE Heated Sigl Redi Set Go Driver Side Mirror Glass - $143.49
When you replace a broken side-view mirror with a Burco Redi Cuts replacement mirror congratulate yourself for being savvy enough to locate a replacement mirror that is as good as or better than your original. Burco Redi Cuts are top qualit...
Amazon -
Kershaw Ken Onion Avalanche Serrated Folding Knife with Speed Safe - $139.99
Textured sure-grip G10 handles. Ken Onion Speeed Safe assisted opening Technology. Partially serrated 31/8" S60V Stainless Steel Blade. Tungsten DLC Coated. Handles are drilled for both tip-up or tip-down clip carry.
Amazon -
Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain - $19.95
Winter recreation in the backcountry has increased steadily over the years and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. As search and rescue teams are increasingly strapped for funding, self-education has become a larg...
Amazon
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Avalanche on Twitter Powered by Twitter
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Xbox Live: dj hunhau is currently Online. Playing Gears of War 2. Public Annex on Avalanche. (Xbox Live Nation)
@g41j1n | November 10, 2009 02:49 AM -
Just saw the gnarliest Avalanche hat ever. Can't wait to get it!!
@Thrashedkid471 | November 10, 2009 02:47 AM -
Successful picture taking today! yummy avalanche pizza in my belly! My hunny is off in 14 minutes!
@burteen | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM -
I love how some dogs have absolutely no fear. Simba would jump out of the window of my mom's moving Avalanche if he could.
@psg723 | November 10, 2009 02:46 AM
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Avalanche on Amazon | View All
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Atrend A192-10Cp B Box Series 10-Inch Dual Down-Fire Enclosure for GM Avalanche Or Escalade 2002 and Up - $119.95
Atrend A192-10Cp B Box Series Dual 10-inch Down-Fire Enclosure for GM Avalanche Or Escalade 2002 and Up
Amazon -
Kershaw Ken Onion Avalanche Serrated Folding Knife with Speed Safe - $139.99
Textured sure-grip G10 handles. Ken Onion Speeed Safe assisted opening Technology. Partially serrated 31/8" S60V Stainless Steel Blade. Tungsten DLC Coated. Handles are drilled for both tip-up or tip-down clip carry.
Amazon -
2006 CHEVY TRUCK/VANS AVALANCHE Heated Sigl Redi Set Go Driver Side Mirror Glass - $143.49
When you replace a broken side-view mirror with a Burco Redi Cuts replacement mirror congratulate yourself for being savvy enough to locate a replacement mirror that is as good as or better than your original. Burco Redi Cuts are top qualit...
Amazon -
Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain - $19.95
Winter recreation in the backcountry has increased steadily over the years and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. As search and rescue teams are increasingly strapped for funding, self-education has become a larg...
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