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Around 90 years of SLF snow measurements on the Weissfluhjoch provide key data for climate research, avalanche warnings and water supply.

Schneearmer Winter, inneralpines Altschneeproblem, weniger tödliche Lawinenunfälle

Der Lenkungsausschuss betrachtet die Resultate der ersten, vierjährigen Leistungsperiode als gute Basis für den weiteren CERC Aufbau.

How can we prepare for something unprecedented? WSL has investigated the effects of extreme events and how to deal with them.

SLF researchers have collected data directly beneath gliding avalanches for the first time. They aim to accurately predict avalanche timing.

A new WSL strategy, SNSF funding for two major projects, and a new director: WSL's highlights of 2024.

SLF researchers train Indian specialists to better model natural hazards in the Himalayas and prevent disasters.

Climate change is visibly affecting the forest, as shown by the 2025 Forest Report published by the FOEN and WSL.

A new design, more functionality and clarity and extra, updated learning content: introducing the revamped White Risk app for snow tourism.

Little snow at low, lots at high altitudes, above-average accident figures - the 2023/24 winter report is here. (only in German and French)