Mountains
Avalanche warnings expand to three Swedish mountain areas
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Significant avalanche danger (level 3) now affects three Swedish mountain areas, up from two in recent forecasts, according to the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency's Lavinprognoser.se. Southern Lapland's west-facing slopes join southern Jämtland (including Åre) and western Härjedalen. Warnings valid until Friday, January 3, at 6 p.m.
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Author Patrik Lundberg warns that ski vacations during Sweden's sports break in the mountains will soon only be accessible to the upper class. Surveys show that costs for a family's week have doubled since 2013 and now stand at around 41,000–42,000 SEK. Many respond with tips for cheaper options but note that the trips are too expensive for average families.