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23rd August 2023
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Avalanche a Serious Reminder for Backcountry Users

Story | Yesterday, New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) forecasters witnessed a very large size 5 avalanche up the Murchison Valley in Aoraki/Mt Cook National park.
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5th August 2023
2 min

"That’s All It Took, One Wrong Step"

Story | "However, it’s doesn't matter the result of any test, you just have to be so careful - anything can happen,” says Joe O’Connor as he recalls being swept...
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13th July 2023
4min

Rescued Ice Climbers Admit Pushing Limits Too Far

Story | The NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) caught up with Jake about their day leading to the rescue – what happened, and what he would’ve done differently looking back....
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7th July 2023
2min

Southern Lakes Avalanche Danger ‘Spooky’

Media Release | A series of human-triggered avalanches in the Southern Lakes area has NZ Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) forecasters reminding backcountry users not to underestimate the ‘spooky’ snowpack conditions.
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2nd June 2023
2min

Caution advised as early season snowfall increases avalanche risk

Media Release | Snow enthusiasts keen to kick off winter backcountry adventures this long weekend are asked to monitor the avalanche advisory and weather forecasts very closely as a weather...
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6th October 2022
2min

October Snowfall Calls For Ongoing Avalanche Caution

Media Release | Those hoping to enjoy some spring backcountry adventures this week are urged by the NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) to wait for settled conditions. 
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30th September 2022
3min

Warmer Spring Calls For Continued Avalanche Caution

Media Release | As the longer days and warmer temperatures kick in, it’s a reminder to outdoor enthusiasts that spring doesn’t mean the end of avalanche season.
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8th July 2022
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Winter brings the goods, but also comes uncertainty

Media Release | Alpine and ski enthusiasts will be rejoicing as winter snowfall continues to bolster the season. However, the forecast for the next week shows unstable and changeable weather...
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10th June 2022
3min

Backcountry Users Cautioned Over Avalanche Danger

Media Release | Caution is advised by MSC as the Southern Alps have recently been heavily blanketed with snow, and more is predicted over the coming week even as far...
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