During heat waves, Alpine landslides pose a danger in British Columbia due to melting snow and ice, warns Simon Fraser University's geologist.

Alpine landslides pose an overlooked danger in British Columbia during heat waves, warns Simon Fraser University's quaternary geologist Brent Ward. Heightened melting of snow and ice in high mountains can weaken rocks, leading to landslides. The Lillooet River Forest Service Road north of Pemberton has been closed due to high avalanche risk, and overnight camping is not recommended along the road from July 22.

July 27, 2024
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