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Why avalanches are most deadly when they stop - Simon Trautman

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This video explains what causes avalanches and why they can be so dangerous. It also talks about how people can try to stay safe in snowy mountains.

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🧠 Quiz & Trivia

Test your knowledge after watching!

Q1 What is the name for a layer of delicate ice crystals that can make avalanches more likely?

Answer: Surface hoar

Q2 What is the average number of avalanche deaths per year in the US?

Answer: 27

Q3 What kind of snow travels fastest in an avalanche?

Answer: Dry, light snow

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