In mid-March 2026, the Columbia Mountains in the interior of British Columbia experienced the most intense natural avalanche cycle of the season. Driven by heavy precipitation and rapidly rising temperatures, an unusually high number of avalanches were triggered within just a few days. The Avalanche Detection Network (ADN) provided crucial real-time data that significantly supported forecasts and operational measures […]

For over 100 years, the name Wyssen has stood for innovation, a pioneering spirit, and solutions to demanding challenges in alpine terrain. What began as a simple idea in the Bernese Oberland has grown into an international success story that continues to set new standards to this day. Discover how tradition became progress—and how experience shapes the future […]

Livigno, located in the Italian Alps, is a key venue of the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. To ensure the availability of access roads, a state-of-the-art avalanche detection system combining seismic and infrasound sensors has been installed, automatically triggering warning measures during major events. This contributes significantly to safe and successful Winter Games […]