When I imagine myself buried in an avalanche, I always imagine the moment of coming to rest, the weight of the snow cementing around me, the claustrophobia of that moment. I imagine, vainly, that I might be able to control my panic and slow my breathing, hoping that I can prolong my survival under the…
Suffocation or Survival: A Crucial Factor in Avalanche Burials
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