Numerous danger zones leading to an accident-prone avalanche situation
As forecast by ZAMG Weather Service there was abundant fresh fallen snow in far-reaching parts of Tirol, strong winds and in addition, from Tuesday 1 February to Wednesday, 2 February, rising temperatures. Avalanche danger levels are high above the treeline and in sparsely wooded zones in North Tirol and in northern East Tirol. In addition, avalanches can be triggered by winter sports enthusiasts very near to secured ski areas.
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| Heightened proneness to snowpack triggering also on hillsides and forest clearances. Weisskugel Massif (photo: 02.02.2022) |
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| Slab avalanche in sparsely wooded zone. Avalanche protection barriers are not intended to protect against avalanches triggered by skiers. Northern Zillertal Alps (photo: 02.02.2022) |
Further detais on the current situation and ongoing developments will be published in a new blog tomorrow evening, Thursday, 3 February.
