Following the fatal accident on Kalymnos, the UIAA investigates anchor failures. Initial findings confirm stress corrosion cracking, while research continues into the causes and implications for climbing safety.
Corrosion, aging bolts and route safety are growing concerns in climbing areas worldwide, especially on Kalymnos. On the popular Greek climbing destination, the UIAA is working with local authorities to support rebolting efforts and improve long-term safety.
How good is our risk management—really? Mountain guide Anne van Galen dares to question the status quo of professional guiding. Her bold, self-critical take challenges us to rethink responsibility in high-risk mountain environments.
Users’ awareness and response to uncertainty information in public avalanche forecasts.
