Safety
March 19, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Fatal Gondola Accident Claims Life Amidst Extreme Winds at Switzerland’s Engelberg-Titlis Resort, Sparking Comprehensive Safety Investigation
The serene alpine landscape of Central Switzerland was shattered on Wednesday, March 18th, when a catastrophic incident unfolded at the…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
The Nuances of the Upcoming Winter: Examining ENSO and Pacific Northwest Snowpack Prospects
The winter of 2024-2025 has arrived with a familiar mix of anticipation and uncertainty for Pacific Northwest residents, particularly concerning…
March 19, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Heavenly Mountain Resort Faces Lawsuit Over Child’s Hot Chocolate Burn, Prompting Industry-Wide Review of Guest Safety Protocols
A civil lawsuit filed against Heavenly Mountain Resort in California by a San Francisco family alleging severe burns to their…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Spearheads National Initiative to Modernize Avalanche Forecast Delivery
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is at the forefront of a significant national undertaking to revolutionize how avalanche and mountain…
March 19, 2026
North American Mountain Reports
A Young Skier’s Harrowing Chairlift Incident at Pats Peak Prompts Safety Review
Disturbing video footage has emerged from Pats Peak Ski Resort in Henniker, New Hampshire, capturing a terrifying incident where a…
March 19, 2026
Winter Sports Industry and Business
Tragedy in the Swiss Alps as Fatal Gondola Accident at Engelberg Mount Titlis Sparks Major Investigation into Safety Protocols and Weather Monitoring
The alpine community of Engelberg is in mourning following a catastrophic mechanical failure on the Titlis Xpress cable car system…
March 19, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Vibrant Fall Event Season
The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has concluded an exceptionally busy and successful fall event season, marked by significant community engagement…
March 14, 2026
Mountain Safety and Avalanche Science
A Half-Century of Vigilance: NWAC Marks 50 Years of Avalanche Safety and Snowpack Expertise
Seattle, WA – October 2025 – The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC), a cornerstone of winter safety in the Pacific Northwest,…