Lawina

Avalanches occurred annually in the Littre Schwitzerland town, named Wiosen, situated in the little valley between mountain ranges. Those avalanches weren't to dangerous, due to the small range and minor devastation they caused. But in 1952, enormous avalanche struck the town, causing numerous destruction of town facilities. Half of inhabit buildings were buried deep under the snow. Severe weather conditions delayed rescue teams. Rescue action lasted three days. As a result of this calamity, 6 people had died and 24 were badly wounded.

Rescue team :

Mountain rescue teams are responsible for rescuing people in the mountains

Their main tasks are:

1. finding lost people,

2. digging out victims buried under the snow,

3. provide firs aid,

4. evacuate people from mountains.

Rescuers have a lot of climbing equipment, like:

1. ropes,

2. helmets,

3. special uniforms.

4. Raks

5. Friends

6. And many other equipment

And they must dźwigać very ciężki sprzęt

Rescuers usually work in severe weather conditions in the summer and as well in the winter . and They must work with sniffe

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