Why is traveling alone in avalanche terrain especially risky?

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  1. Avalanches only hit solo skiers
  2. Beacons do not work alone
  3. No partner can rescue you if you are buried

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References

  1. Avalanche.org: Solo Travel avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/travel-advice/solo-travel Checked 2026-10-10.

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