1. Disasters - Natural Disasters - Avalanche Avalanche. An avalanche occurs when a mass of snow falls down a mountainside. That is because new snow (which is not wet) accumulates on http://msp.gouv.qc.ca/jeunesse/catastrophe/toutsecuritecivile/avalanche_en.html

Disasters! Let's Play ! Download Your Opinion ... Natural Disasters Choose a disaster Avalanche Wildfire Flood Winter Storm Thunderstorm Hail Tornado Hurricane Earthquake Volcano Tsunami Rockslide and Landslide Avalanche An avalanche occurs when a mass of snow falls down a mountainside. That is because new snow (which is not wet) accumulates on a more heavy snow layer. Since the new snow layer is not compact, it could slide down toward the base of the mountain. Avalanches could be triggered by loud noise (yells, firearm shots, etc.). Skiers, snowboarders and climbers could also cause an avalanche. There are two ways to reduce avalanche risks: by installing snowsheds or by triggering controlled avalanches. These protection fences are made of rocks, soil and other materials. They prevent avalanches to fill trails used by humans. Controlled avalanches cause the accumulated snow to fall down before it could trigger avalanches by itself. When nobody is in danger, explosives are used to produce a loud noise that causes an avalanche.

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document.body.className = document.body.className.replace(/js-off/, 'js-on'); The Smart Insurance Blog About Contact Sitemap Subscribe ... Health insurance No categories Life Insurance No categories Finance Insurance Annuities Business Mortgage April 27th, 2009 67 Worst U.S Natural Disasters: The Last 103 Years The threat of natural disasters is something many Americans live with every day. In a matter of moments homes are destroyed and lives are lost, and while there is insurance to protect your life and assets against Mother Nature, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes, they  still do their share of damage every year, usually to the tune of billions of dollars. We have listed 67 moments in U.S history when nothing has become more apparent that despite our best efforts to prepare, the forces of nature can be devastating. Listed by year, not size. 1. The Great San Francisco Earthquake California April 18, 1906 3,000 dead, $6.5 billion Deliberately tweaking the title to include this 1906 natural disaster, we figured The Great San Francisco Earthquake was a must have on this list. As one of the worst earthquakes in U.S history it just had to be acknowledged. 2. The Grand Isle Hurricane

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Ten climbers killed in avalanche at Turkish ski resort From Wikinews, the free news source you can write! Unchecked Jump to: navigation search Tuesday, January 27, 2009 Turkey Other stories from Turkey 1 November 2010: Turkey lifts ban on YouTube 7 September 2010: U2 walks over the Bosphorus Bridge before concert 30 August 2010: 2010 FIBA World Championship starts 20 July 2010: Turkish protesters march against Internet censorship 15 June 2010: Israel announces inquiry into Gaza aid ship deaths More articles here Location of Turkey To write, edit, start or view other articles on Turkey, see the Turkey Portal Ten climbers at a ski resort in Zigana, Turkey have died in an avalanche. They were part of a group of seventeen from the nearby province of Trabzon . The avalanche occurred at 11:15 local time (9:15 UTC) yesterday on Mount Zigana in the Gumushane region of Turkey near the Black Sea coast. Winter sports are increasing in popularity across Turkey, as it is mountainous. Location of Zigana in Turkey The climbers were at a height of 7,260ft (2,200m) while crossing a deep valley, when the snow hit them. As search teams and locals arrived, they managed to pull seven climbers free from the snow; at least two were taken to hospital, one of which died in hospital. They were walking in a single-file line, as it hit them. One of the survivors made a hole with their arms, so they could breathe. The block of snow dragged them 1,000 metres into a valley as the avalanche traveled down the mountain. The avalanche may have caused by rising temperatures in the area. A gun-shot was also considered as an outside possibility after some witnesses said they heard one.

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Home Hazards Preparedness Disaster Assistance ... Contact Us Font Size A +A Avalanche An avalanche occurs when a layer of snow loses its grip on a slope and slides downhill. Avalanches have killed more than 190 people in the past century in Washington State, exceeding deaths from any other natural hazard. One of the nation’s worst avalanche disasters occurred in 1910 when massive avalanches hit two trains stopped on the west side of Stevens Pass; 96 people were killed. Avalanches kill one to two people, on average, every year in Washington, although many more are involved in avalanche accidents that do not result in fatalities. Since 1985, avalanches have killed 33 people. Most current avalanche victims are participating in recreational activities in the backcountry where there is no avalanche control. Only one-tenth of one percent of avalanche fatalities occurs on open runs at ski areas or on highways. Avalanches occur in four mountain ranges in the state – the Cascade Range, which divides the state east and west, the Olympic Mountains in northwest Washington, the Blue Mountains in southeast Washington, and the Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington. The avalanche season begins in November and continues until early summer for all mountain areas of the state. In the high alpine areas of the Cascades and Olympics, the avalanche season continues year-round.

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13. Landslides And Avalanches | Web Resources | Natural Hazards Center Descriptive directory of some online resources, maintained by the University of Colorado. http://www.colorado.edu/hazards/resources/web/landslides_avalanches.html

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14. Facts On Avalanche Natural Disasters | EHow.com Avalanche disasters kill nearly 150 people a year. In general, the victims themselves trigger 90 percent of avalanches. Expert Insight http://www.ehow.com/about_6360572_avalanche-natural-disasters.html

Family Food Health Home Money Style More Home Nature Facts on Avalanche Natural Disasters Top 5 To Try Responsibilities During Natural Disasters Definition of a Natural Disaster Facts About Natural Disasters Why Preparation Is Critical in Managing Disaster ... Natural Disaster Facts Related Topics Natural Disasters Natural Disasters In The Us Effects Of Natural Disasters Planning For Natural Disasters ... Facts About Nature Facts on Avalanche Natural Disasters By Christi Riley eHow Contributor updated: April 19, 2010 I want to do this! What's This? Avoid avalanche disasters by observing changes in snow-pack conditions. couche de glace image by Djibi from Fotolia.com When snow starts sliding from a mountain face, the momentum can create an avalanche. Victims of this natural disaster rarely outrun the danger, as the slabs of snow can travel up to 80 miles an hour. However, understanding the mechanics of this dangerous phenomenon can save your life. For instance, the human body is three times denser than the snow that tumbles during an avalanche; if you sink into the depths of an active avalanche, secure some breathing space. Features Major avalanche natural disasters occur when small slides of snow become one huge, sliding mass. The worst of these events result from built-up snow simultaneously breaking loose from a mountainside. Rapidly accumulating fresh snow causes the fracturing and sliding of weaker layers below. Avalanches are thus most likely to occur during or within 24 hours after a snowstorm that deposits more than 12 inches of snow.

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16. Killed By Avalanches And Landslides •Data and definitions are from the United Nations Environment Programme (2005). •*138 territories reported no estimated deaths from landslide or avalanche disasters. http://www.worldmapper.org/posters/worldmapper_map252_ver5.pdf

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19. Predicting To Avoid Avalanche Disasters | TahoeDailyTribune.com On Feb. 20, 2005, three experienced crosscountry skiers split from a larger group and ascended up Mount Anderson, near Squaw Valley. Though the pat (read more) http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/article/20061229/NEWS/112290051

20. Floods, Avalanches, And Tidal Waves — Infoplease.com Floods, Avalanches, and Tidal Waves 1228 Holland 100,000 people reputedly drowned by sea flood in Friesland. 1642 China rebels destroyed Kaifeng seawall; 300,000 drowned. http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0001440.html

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