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Patagonian mountain lives up to its name: Cerro Tronador avalanche

12:30 PM
May 4, 2024

Cerro Tronador avalanche
Patagonian mountain lives up to its name

Patagonian mountain lives up to its name in this dramatic avalanche video.

A dramatic avalanche was captured on video on April 23, cascading down Cerro Tronador, near Bariloche, Argentina. Named "thundering hill" for the booming sound of its avalanches, this extinct stratovolcano exemplifies the wild and unpredictable nature of Patagonia's weather.

Fun fact!

Cerro Tronador is an extinct stratovolcano, standing at an impressive altitude of 11,380 ft (3,470 m) and towers over 3,000 feet above the surrounding Andean mountains. Cerro Tronador is a popular mountaineering destination.

Kenny Franco, a travel blogger and guide, recorded the event, showcasing why the mountain is famed for its noisy avalanches. Patagonia, a region known for its swift weather changes and fierce winds, offers a unique climate influenced by its diverse geography. The rapid weather shifts, particularly near the Andes, are significant for both the local ecosystem and climate research.

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