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Locals looking to hit the slopes this ski season can rest assured that no matter what happens, Ambulance Victoria has their back, with the organisation unveiling six new state-of-the-art snow vehicles.

Announced last month, Mount Buller, Mount Hotham, and Falls Creek will each have access to one Can-Am Defender and one Skidoo vehicle.

Designed specifically for snowy and mountainous conditions, the Can-Am Defender is a large side-by-side over-snow vehicle, while the Skidoo is a smaller over-snow vehicle for ski-fields and adjoining areas.

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Hume Acting Director Regional and Clinical Operations Steve Doyle said significant work had gone into redesigning and improving the snow vehicles.

“Last year we rebuilt the existing Can-Ams to improve the design and make them more light weight, so they were easier to operate in Victoria’s unique alpine conditions,” he said.

“The two-person Skidoos have also been improved and will have rapid response equipment on board thanks to the in-built weatherproof storage box.

“These vehicles have been specially designed to operate on Victorian snow fields and have undergone three years of rigorous on-mountain testing and improvements.”

The 2024 ski season will be the first year that all three locations will have access to both vehicles.

For those heading to the mountains, Mr Doyle urged snow-goers to take heed of some simple, but potentially life-saving safety measures.

“Our Alpine crews regularly respond to motor vehicle incidents in snow areas which can be avoided by taking important safety steps,” he said.

“If you’re driving up to the snow, ensure chains are fitted and your vehicle is in good working order, use low revs and gears, brake gently – especially around corners, and don’t use cruise control.

“Don’t assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.”

All vehicles visiting Mount Buller or Mount Stirling in the declared snow season must carry diamond pattern wheel chains. For those who would rather take public transport, buses will be running from nearby towns to the base of the mountains.

Paramedics also recommend checking the VicTraffic website for ice warnings before leaving, letting someone know where you are going, and allowing plenty of time for your trip.

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