Alpine safety in summer things you should know
Whether you’re hiking, climbing or mountaineering – in an emergency, acting quickly and correctly can save lives.
In the following videos, experts from the mountain rescue service and Geosphere Austria share their top tips on route planning, weather hazards and first aid.
This practical advice can help you identify risks, avoid accidents and take the right action in an emergency.
Planning
Careful tour planning helps to assess risks at an early stage. The weather, trail conditions and your own fitness level should be realistically assessed. If you stay alert, take breaks and make sure you have the right equipment and hiking boots, you can enjoy your nature adventure safely and carefree.
Recognising weather hazards
Poor visibility, storms or thunderstorms increase the risks of any mountain tour. Forecasts, apps and weather services help with planning. Oncoming storms can often be recognised early by clouds or wind. Exposed areas such as ridges or summits should be avoided in the event of a storm.