New avalanche detonation method makes ski slopes safer
Avalanches pose a serious threat to Swiss mountain resorts in winter. In critical areas rescue specialists trigger avalanches deliberately, when the ski slopes are empty. Now a new technique could revolutionise the detonation of avalanches. (SF/swissinfo)
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