Red-sticker city?Snow-capped mountains in the north.“Caution on the paths”

The handbook for the safety of Alpine Rescue and CAI:crampons, ice ax and suitable clothing recommended."There is more risk of slipping and it can be cold"

BOLOGNA – It's July, it's hot, but there is still snow on many mountain paths.And so then the National Alpine and Speleological Rescue Corps (Cnsas) and the Italian Alpine Club (CAI) recommend that all hikers and mountaineers adopt, precisely "due to the winter conditions present on many equipped mountain paths and routes exposed to the north, north-east-west in northern Italy", the "maximum caution“.

SAFETY HANDBOOK:CRAMPONS, ICE AXE, SUITABLE CLOTHING

In particular, various critical issues are highlighted.The first is the presence of hard and compact snow on the ground:“In many sections exposed to the north and north-east/west, the snow on the ground, especially at higher altitudes, can be hard and slippery, making it necessary to use snow adequate crampons to progression e ice axe to proceed safely."Then, the greater risk of slips and falls:snow conditions “increase the risk of accidents and consequent injuries.It is essential to also have experience in using winter equipment and always adopt prudent behaviour, also knowing how to give up in the presence of local risk situations".Finally, variable temperatures:they can be "very different from those perceived in the valley, with significant temperature changes.It is important to dress in layers and bring a appropriate clothing“.

THE GEORESQ APP FOR HIGH ALTITUDE EMERGENCIES

CAI and Alpine Rescue also recall an "important digital tool for your mountain excursions:the'GeoResQ app. Downloadable for free from all the stores thanks to the extraordinary funds allocated by Ministry of Tourism in favor of the CAI, it can be a tool of help in case of emergency to facilitate the staff Cnsas/118 to carry out any rescue activity".
Finally, the Cnsas and the CAI reiterate "the importance of adequate preparation and responsible behavior to prevent accidents and guarantee a safe and pleasant mountain experience.It's fundamental knowing how to give up the excursion when conditions require it, always putting your safety first."