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Regionally very high avalanche danger in the Swiss Alps

Extraordinary snow and avalanche situation

As in previous years, SLF offers several courses about snow and avalanches. Registration is open now.

Spectacular outbreak of the larvae of the grey larch tortrix in Engadine and Valais: the trees look ill, but will recover within short time.

Biodiversity continues to decline in every region of the world, significantly reducing nature’s capacity to contribute to people’s well-being.

Most large avalanches have a distinct fracture line. Read more for a synopsis of the different avalanches types.

2017 saw the highest cost of damage caused by flooding, landslides, debris flows, rockfall and rock avalanches since 2007.

Matthias Jaggi has returned safely to the SLF. In his last blog entry, he looks back at a fascinating expedition.

Matthias Jaggi has returned safely to the SLF. In his last blog entry, he looks back at a fascinating expedition (in German).

Matthias Jaggi is relieved that a big storm doesn't brew and enjoys the crossing. He lands with a strange feeling (read in German).

Apply before February 25th, to participate in an arctic climate expedition next summer with four other young people.

The avalanche warning service has a wide range of data at its disposal, including measurements, observations, assessments and model results.

SLF employee Matthias Jaggi says goodbye to the research station Dome C. He flies to the Antactic coast and meets penguins.

SLF is supporting Swiss athletes and their support teams in Pyeongchang with exclusive snow and weather forecasts.

At the SLF, Top scientists and leading politicians discussed how science contributes to prosperity and a safe, secure society.

SLF employee Matthias Jaggi has a last intense bout of work, as winter is approaching and many researchers are already leaving the research station.

High avalanche danger will be encountered over a wide area

Very high avalanche danger will be encountered over a wide area

As a result of fresh snow and higher temperatures, very high avalanche danger over widespread areas

As a result of fresh snow and storm winds, very high avalanche danger widespread