May was supposed to herald early summer, but the mountains in Bavaria and Tyrol are in the depths of winter with snow. Several avalanches have fallen in Tyrol these days.
Fractures are also a potential source of danger in the high altitudes. The avalanche danger is now even "considerable" in the alpine area above 3000 meters. Anyone who is currently on the road must be aware of the increased risk, says Patrick Nairz from the country's avalanche warning service.