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AttachedMaintenance of the Oulanka Wilderness Trail has been stopped for this winter
Maintenance of the Oulanka Wilderness Trail has been stopped for this winter due to warmer weather and reduced snow. The snow crust has ended, and the trail is no longer passable.
AttachedDo not go on river ice or rapids
You should never move on river ice or ice shelves near rapids under any circumstances. River ice remains fragile throughout the winter due to the water flow. Flowing water continuously erodes the ice from below, forming a fragile shelf-like structure over the river. The treacherous nature of river ice is further increased by the snow that falls during winter, which acts as an insulator, preventing the formation of new ice regardless of the temperature or cold spells. At worst, the river is eventually covered only by a layer of snow.
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AttachedAvoid moving in avalanche terrain
Avalanches are possible even in Finland. Everyone heading to fell areas should prepare and assess the risks in advance.
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