New Study: Human Error Causes 75% of High Altitude Avalanche Fatalities A recent analysis of avalanche fatalities on the worlds highest peaks suggests that 75% of those fatalities were the result of poor decision making and forecasting. The Himalayas hold every peak on Earth over 7,000 (23,000 ft) meters including 14 over 8,000 meters. Obviously, above 8,000 meters (26,000 ft), the “death zone”, mountaineers becomes very dangerous. Avalanche SnowBrains | September 3, 2015 0 Comments
Pollution From Asia Makes Pacific Storms Stronger A new study recently released in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has stated that the current intense air pollution levels in East Asia could be contributing to stronger storms forming over the Pacific ocean. Once formed, these storms slam into western North America. If you’re a skier or rider, maybe there’s a benefit to the air pollution of Asia… This study utilized computer models to acquire its results. Water vapor in the air needs an […] Featured Article SnowBrains | April 16, 2014 0 Comments
North Korea Accuses Europe of Human Rights Abuse After Being Denied Chairlifts On Thursday October 10th, North Korea is set to open its first ski resort, Masik Pass according to the Washington Post. There is one problem though, there are no chairs on the chairlifts. With the project massively behind schedule, with no lifts, runs littered with rocks and weeds, and unfinished hotels, the resort is still slated to open in less […] Industry News Jesse Cassidy | October 8, 2013 4 Comments