# Risk management of rock climbing in a storm Rock climbing in a storm is an extremely dangerous activity, and professional rock climbers generally recommend avoiding such situations completely. However, if you are in a situation where you have to climb in bad weather, here are some measures that may reduce the risk.： ## Risk minimization strategy -**Give priority to retreat**: The safest option is always to postpone the climb or find a safe retreat route -**Pay close attention to the weather forecast**: Understand storm development trends and possible intermittent periods in advance -**Choose the right route**: Avoid areas prone to water accumulation, loose rocks and protruding parts with a high risk of lightning strikes -**Use suitable equipment**: waterproof/quick-drying clothing, extra warmth and non-slip rock climbing shoes -**Keep communication equipment available**: Waterproof mobile phone bag and backup power supply ##Special precautions -The friction of the slippery rock surface has decreased significantly, and the difficulty and risk of climbing have doubled. -Lightning is a deadly risk, metal equipment will attract lightning strikes -The risk of sudden flooding and rockfall has increased significantly Keep in mind that even if all precautions are taken, rock climbing in storms is still extremely dangerous, and there is almost no "safe" way to do this kind of activity.