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Once buried, a person is dependent on friends on the surface to get them out. Quick reactions by all when a casualty is first taken by a slide can help survival chances.

With adequate equipment and training before a ski tour; there are steps to follow that can seriously reduce the chance of an avalanche incident turning into a tragedy.

Boaters should be familiar with the signs, symptoms, and treatment of hypothermia, while being proactive in its prevention