Kalavrita Ski Center, Greece, Live on the Internet
from elevation 2,340m / 7,677 ft above sea level - Camera looking up the Neraithorahi Peak
The Video Stream is provided by the means of privately owned
network equipment of
Kalavrita Ski Center » .:: Project management by HellasCams® ::.
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This - indoor - project
was installed on 8 January 2004 and has been functioning since.
Network Camera used: Axis 2120 Network Camera 
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The system is fully automated and doesn't require any human intervention.
Below is a small Photo Album from the installation.
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On Ice or Snow
Bridges and overpasses freeze first. Slow down and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction.
Keep windows clear of snow and ice.
Keep your speed steady and slow -- but not too slow. In deeper snow, it's often necessary to use the car's momentum to keep moving.
Use brakes cautiously. Abrupt braking can cause brake lock-up, which causes you to lose steering control.
Antilock brakes are designed to overcome a loss of steering control. To make antilock brakes work correctly, or work at all, you should apply constant, firm pressure to the pedal. During an emergency stop, push the brake pedal all the way to the floor, if necessary, even in wet or icy conditions.
If you get stuck in snow, straighten the wheels and accelerate slowly. Avoid spinning the tires. Use sand or cinders under the drive wheels.
If Trapped in Car During a Blizzard
Stay in the car.
Do not leave the car to search for assistance unless help is visible within 100
yards (90 meters). You may become disoriented and lost in blowing and drifting snow.
Display a trouble sign.
Hang a brightly colored cloth on the radio antenna and raise the hood.
Occasionally run engine to keep warm.
Turn on the car's engine for about 10 minutes each hour. Run the heater when the car is running. Also, turn on the car's dome light when the car is running.
Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow, and open a downwind window slightly for ventilation.
Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.
Do minor exercises to keep up circulation.
Clap hands and move arms and legs occasionally. Try not to stay in one position for too long. If more than one person is in the car, take turns sleeping.
For warmth, huddle together.
Use newspapers, maps, and even the removable car mats for added insulation.
Avoid overexertion.
Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart. Unaccustomed exercise such as shoveling snow or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse. Be aware of symptoms of dehydration.
Wind Chill
"Wind chill" is a calculation of how cold it feels outside when the effects of temperature and wind speed are combined. A strong wind combined with a temperature of just below freezing can have the same effect as a still air temperature about 35 degrees colder.
Winter Storm Watches and Warnings
A winter storm watch indicates that severe winter weather may affect your area. A winter storm warning indicates that severe winter weather conditions are definitely on the way.
A blizzard warning means that large amounts of falling or blowing snow and sustained winds of at least 35 miles
(56 Km) per hour are expected for several hours.
Frostbite and Hypothermia
Frostbite is a severe reaction to cold exposure that can permanently damage its victims. A loss of feeling and a white or pale appearance in fingers, toes, or nose and ear lobes are symptoms of frostbite.
Hypothermia is a condition brought on when the body temperature drops to less than 90 degrees
Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius). Symptoms of hypothermia include uncontrollable shivering, slow speech, memory lapses, frequent stumbling, drowsiness, and exhaustion.
If frostbite or hypothermia is suspected,
begin warming the person slowly and seek immediate medical assistance. Warm the person's trunk first. Use your own body heat to help. Arms and legs should be warmed last because stimulation of the limbs can drive cold blood toward the heart and lead to heart failure.
Put person in dry clothing and wrap their entire body in a blanket.
Never give a frostbite or hypothermia victim something with caffeine in it (like coffee or tea) or alcohol. Caffeine, a stimulant, can cause the heart to beat faster and hasten the effects the cold has on the body. Alcohol, a depressant, can slow the heart and also hasten the ill effects of cold body temperatures.
When it Rains
The road becomes slippery as water mixes with road oils, grease and dirt. Also, your car's tires tend to ride on the surface water, reducing traction. Slow down.
Visibility is often impaired. Turn on your lights. Use the defroster or air conditioner to keep windows and mirrors clear.
When It's Foggy
Stay to the right of the roadway.
Turn on your headlights -- day or night -- to low beam.
If you can't see the road's edge, pull off on the right -- well out of the traffic lane -- and turn on the emergency flashers.
Tire Tips
Always keep tires inflated at levels listed in owner manual. To ensure proper pressure reading, check tires when they are cool. Air pressure should be checked about once a week for routine driving.
When possible, start and stop vehicle slowly and decelerate around corners. Also, avoid squealing tires. This will help prevent unnecessary wear and tear of your tires.
Always drive the recommended speed limit. Increases in speed cause higher tire temperature, thus extra tire wear.
Make sure your tires are properly balanced and rotated. This should be done every 5,000 to 8,000 miles, or as recommended by the tire manufacturer.
Slow down or avoid curbs, potholes, and any debris in roads; also slow down on rough roads. Failure to do so may throw off your vehicles alignment and cause unneeded damage and wear to your vehicle’s tires.
Make sure your tires are of the recommended size for your vehicle. If your tires are undersized, they could potentially lose up to 10% of their life and also cause your vehicle to waste gas.
Having your vehicle properly aligned is important in maintaining tire quality. Vehicle alignment should be checked often, especially if you notice your vehicle ‘pulling’ to one side or another, or if you notice irregular tread wear on your vehicle’s tires.
Tread depth is another important factor for tire maintenance. Tires should have a minimum tread depth of
1/16th of an inch. A quick easy way to test tread depth is the «penny test». Place a penny within the tire’s treads and check to see if Lincoln’s head is visible. If Lincoln’s entire head is visible, then it is time to replace the tire.
Another way is to look at the tread wear indicator bar that's molded into your tires. The bars are located at the bottoms of the tread grooves in several locations around the tire. When a tire is so worn that these bars become visibly flush with the adjacent tread ribs, it's time to replace the tire.
Do not overload your vehicle. Overloading your vehicle may jeopardize its ability to operate safely. Check your owner manual for vehicle’s maximum load.
In general, each of the tires on your vehicle should be the same type, size, brand, etc. There are some exceptions to this rule, such as high performance vehicles. Check with your tire dealer if you have any questions.
When its time to replace your old tires, you may want to consider purchasing retread tires. This will increase the markets for reuse of old tires and help with limiting the number of old tires that are disposed.
Bon Voyage!
If you store your tires for extended periods of time (such as winter tires), store them in a dry, cool place. Lay your tires flat and stack them no more than four high. It is also highly recommended that you get storage bags for each individual tire. You should be able to purchase storage bags at any tire dealer.
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