Avalanches: Nature’s Unforgiving Force ❄️ Every year, avalanches claim over 150 lives worldwide, mostly among skiers, climbers, and hikers. They can reach speeds of 120 mph (200 km/h) and release the energy equivalent to a small earthquake. Key Facts: • Around 90% of avalanches are triggered by the victim or their group. • A slab avalanche can weigh hundreds of tons and travel down a slope in seconds. • The most dangerous time is 24–72 hours after a heavy snowfall, when layers are unstable. • Th