In some areas of the world this time of year brings with it the possibility of snowfall. Recently there has been exceptionally heavy snow in the Alps with over 10 feet of snowfall in just 15 days in some resorts in Austria. Snow on the roofs of buildings has brought danger to the structure of many dwellings. Avalanches have taken the lives of skiers and people in isolated places. At least 27 people have been killed across the Alps. The Telegraph newspaper reported that “Many died after defying official warnings and venturing off piste despite the risk of avalanches, and nine current and former skiing stars on Tuesday issued an appeal to people to heed the warnings”.
