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Foehn Winds and Rising Avalanche Risk in the Alps: What Skiers Need to Know

Summary by The-Ski-guru.com
Why Foehn Winds Matter for Avalanche Safety Foehn winds are a well-known meteorological phenomenon in the Alps, but their impact on avalanche risk is often underestimated by skiers and snowboarders. While foehn conditions are sometimes associated with clear skies and warmer temperatures, they can significantly destabilise the snowpack, increasing the likelihood of dangerous slab avalanches, especially in off-piste and backcountry terrain. What A…
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the-ski-guru.com broke the news in on Monday, January 12, 2026.
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