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Welcome to the segment of the Crux podcast called Disaster Strikes.

While our regular episodes focus on survival stories where people overcome incredible odds,

this bi-weekly segment examines outdoor adventures

that ended in tragedy.

These stories are meant to paint a clear picture

of how quickly things can go wrong in the wilderness,

and the cascade of decisions often small

and seemingly reasonable in the moment

that can lead to devastating outcomes.

By studying these incidents respectfully and thoroughly, we can all learn valuable lessons

that might save lives.

The stories are difficult, but the education they provide is invaluable.

I'm your host, Julie Henningson, and today we're heading to the Austrian Alps.

Thanks to listener Peter Schnur from Germany, who reached out to us with this story suggestion.

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