avalanchecontrol
Avalanche control is the set of practices and procedures used to reduce the risk posed by snow avalanches to people, property, and transportation infrastructure in mountainous terrain. It is employed along roads, railways, airports, and ski areas where unintended avalanches could cause injury or disrupt operations. The approach combines forecasting, monitoring, and operational actions carried out by trained professionals such as avalanche forecasters, technicians, and engineers working for public agencies, transit authorities, or ski resorts.
Forecasting and planning are central to avalanche control. Forecasters assess weather, snowfall, wind, and snowpack conditions
Controlled triggering is a common technique. Small, planned avalanches are released under controlled conditions to relieve
Operations are typically coordinated with road or railway closures, traffic management, communication with the public, and
Historically, avalanche control has evolved with technology and risk management practices, becoming a standard component of