The avalanche risk for Victorian Alps

AVALANCHE RISK

WHAT IS AN AVALANCHE?

* A a sudden flow of snow which can bury people and terrain

* In 2014 two snowboarders were killed when a 30-metre slab of snow and ice ripped from Mt Bogong at the Victorian Alps

CAUSES?

* New snowfall, rain, or heat dislodges the snow

* Tuesday's warm weather and strong winds will increase the chance of avalanches in remote areas of Victoria's Alps

* Artificial triggers such as explosives, snowmobiles and skiers can also cause avalanches

WHO IS IN DANGER?

* Skiers, snowboards and anyone nearby

* A warning is in place for skiing, snowboarding, or hiking in remote areas of the Alps

SOURCE: Falls Creek Resort, Mt Buller Mt Stirling Resort Management, Vic Emergency