Avalanches are terrifying and for good reason. No matter how much we know about them, they are always a serious threat in the areas where they occur. The best strategy to deal with the possibility is to always travel in a group while carrying the essential tools for survival, which would definitely include a good quality shovel, a beacon, and a post. You should also keep with you an avalanche airbag.
You and your group should be aware of the avalanche triangle. You should all be aware of what conditions lead to avalanches, and you will need to be very familiar with the use of the essential gear and tools you will need in a worst-case scenario.
In spite of being prepared for such an incident, it will be a shock when it happens so it’s important you keep in mind the things you will need to do.
Stay calm; once the avalanche stops and you are buried, you will be unable to move. You will likely be packed tightly in the snow. If you wriggle, you will be wasting energy, so try not to panic. When you hear someone, shout as loudly as you can. If you are shouting, the chances are they will be able to locate you. Do not waste oxygen, energy, and resources until such time, though.
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