Experts warn of avalanche risk in North Bohemian mountains

The rescue service in the North Bohemian Krkonoše mountains has issued a high degree avalanche alert. After heavy snowfall over the weekend, the risk was rated at level three on a five point scale. Skiers have been warned not to stray from marked trails and to exercise caution. Some skiing locations saw up to 50 centimeters of fresh snow over the weekend and heavy winds are contributing to the danger. Avalanches happen several times a year in the Krkonose mountains but rarely affect populated areas or high-traffic skiing routes. The last victim of an avalanche in the Krkonoše mountains was a 36-year-old skier who died after being buried by an avalanche in 2008.

Author: Sarah Borufka