Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the most effective means to minimize snow avalanche risk to human infrastructure?
A) Build deflecting structures to funnel the snow avalanches elsewhere.
B) Reinforce buildings on the side facing the avalanche hazard.
C) Trigger controlled avalanches with explosives to minimize surprises.
D) Develop programs to close roads and railways when avalanche danger is high.
E) Avoid placing human infrastructure in expected avalanche paths.
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