{"id":2123447,"date":"2026-09-01T21:46:52","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T18:46:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2123447"},"modified":"2026-09-01T21:46:52","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T18:46:52","slug":"photos-nz-avalanche-advisory-warns-of-danger-after-haszard-range-wind-slab-avalanche-catches-2-skiers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2123447","title":{"rendered":"[Photos] NZ Avalanche Advisory Warns of Danger After Haszard Range Wind Slab Avalanche Catches 2 Skiers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<figure id=\"attachment_423380\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423380\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-423380 size-full lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAGXAQMAAAAZOHPeAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAADZJREFUeNrtwQENAAAAwqD3T20PBxQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAcGKAxwABQxXJ2QAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"A small Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"407\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0550-e1788298133166.jpg?resize=640%2C407&amp;ssl=1\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0550-e1788298133166.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0550-e1788298133166.jpg?resize=300%2C191&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0550-e1788298133166.jpg?resize=768%2C489&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-max-width=\"640\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"407\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-423380 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0550-e1788298133166.jpg?resize=640%2C407&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"A small Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"407\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423380\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A group ski touring triggered a small wind slab avalanche in New Zealand. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_1 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>On August 24, a group of skiers triggered a <a href=\"https:\/\/m.facebook.com\/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0nUNzCy4eZJPc3Tdi9PA4JAzC8RhPgUHKQNMJcQRKdEXdZ2JpNGuhC91kq1uqMbGPl&amp;id=100064370392506&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">small wind slab avalanche<\/a> while ski touring up a ridge in the Haszard Range, in the Aoraki Region of New Zealand. <\/strong>Two members of the group were caught; one skier lost a ski and slid a few meters, while the other member was caught and slid roughly 15 meters (50 feet) in the slow-moving debris. Fortunately, no one was buried, and no injuries were reported.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Related: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/snowbrains.com\/ohau-snowfields-new-zealand-report-artful-snow-with-wild-wind\/#google_vignette\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oahu Snowfields, New Zealand, Report; Artful Snow With Wild Wind<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_423381\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423381\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423381 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAKAAQMAAAA2A1tgAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAfBnKgAABYDzLiAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0555-e1788286041691.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"640\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423381\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0555-e1788286041691.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423381\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">While the scale of the avalanche was relatively small, the slide still caught two group members. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>The avalanche likely occurred after three members of the group bunched together during a kick-turn, adding extra load to an already wind-loaded slope. <\/strong>This serves as great reminder of a few important points when traveling in the backcountry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>First, give each other space, especially on exposed terrain, and avoid grouping together closely at kick-turns.<\/strong> Next, and equally as significant, is to watch for wind-loaded slopes, even when the surface may look firm and stable. Lastly is to always have an escape route planned, discussed, and in mind.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_423400\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423400\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-423400 size-full lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAKAAQMAAAA2A1tgAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAfBnKgAABYDzLiAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"A relatively small wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0553-e1788289182736.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"640\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-423400 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0553-e1788289182736.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"A relatively small wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423400\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Although this smaller-sized avalanche didn\u2019t hurt anyone, it reminds us of the scary dangers that can happen when we recreate in the backcountry.| Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_2 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>After more rain and snow over the last week, mixed with strong westerly winds, the avalanche conditions remain moderate to considerable across many regions. <\/strong>Always check the most recent local avalanche advisory and weather forecast 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   .sb-trending-link:active .sb-trending-title {<br \/>\n        color: #ea2e49;<br \/>\n    }<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>The Haszard Range sits in the backcountry above Lake Tekapo, within the broader Aoraki\/Mount Cook forecast region used by the NZ Avalanche Advisory.<\/strong> While Aoraki\/Mount Cook itself has no lift-served resort \u2014 its snow terrain is mostly accessed via heli-skiing or ski touring \u2014 several small club ski fields operate nearby around Lake Tekapo, including Roundhill, Fox Peak, and Mount Dobson. These low-key, community-run fields are popular with backcountry skiers looking to access the surrounding ranges, including areas like the Haszard Range where this avalanche occurred.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">PHOTOS<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_423405\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423405\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423405 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAKAAQMAAAA2A1tgAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAfBnKgAABYDzLiAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0552-e1788291407540.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"640\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423405\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0552-e1788291407540.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The crown of the avalanche was just about 45 cm (18 inches) tall. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_423406\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423406\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423406 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAKAAQMAAAA2A1tgAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAfBnKgAABYDzLiAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0554-e1788291587744.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"640\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423406\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0554-e1788291587744.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" alt width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423406\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The wind-slab formed near the top of the ridge line, a common area for wind-loaded pockets. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto;text-align: center;display: block;clear: both\">\n<!-- GAM 71161633\/SNWBR_snowbrains\/article_hrec_4 --><\/p>\n<div data-fuse=\"article_hrec_4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_423407\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-423407\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423407 lazyload\" src=\"image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAoAAAAKAAQMAAAA2A1tgAAAABlBMVEUAAAD\/\/\/+l2Z\/dAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAEhJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAfBnKgAABYDzLiAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0549-e1788292017875.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" data-eio-rwidth=\"640\" data-eio-rheight=\"640\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-423407\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/snowbrains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0549-e1788292017875.jpg?resize=640%2C640&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Wind-slab avalanche in New Zealand\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" data-eio=\"l\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-423407\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make sure to use extra caution when recreating in the backcountry and check avalanche advisories before departing. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A group ski touring triggered a small wind slab avalanche in New Zealand. | Image: NZ Avalanche Advisory On August 24, a group of skiers triggered a small wind slab avalanche while ski touring up a ridge in the Haszard Range, in the Aoraki Region of New Zealand. 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