Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Hochgebirge
- Waldgrenze
- Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
- Wahrscheinlichkeit
- Possible
- Größe
- 1–1.5
Avoid steep slopes with wind-drifted snow. These rounded pillows of firm, hollow snow may crack and collapse under your weight. Snow drifts are most likely to be found beneath corniced ridges and in the tops and sides of gullies. Strong winds will also extend dangerous areas well below ridgelines. Even a small avalanche in steep terrain can be dangerous. You can find safer travel on lower elevation sheltered slopes.
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