Wind Slabs
- Hochgebirge
- Waldgrenze
- Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
- Wahrscheinlichkeit
- Possible
- Größe
- 1–2
Despite drenching conditions at trailhead elevations, upper elevations were picking up snow. The snow level likely climbed to 8000 ft. before dropping to treeline in the early afternoon. This new snow was accompanied by Strong and Moderate wind from the southwest. Observations of new snow up high are difficult to come by on days like this. If you are venturing into alpine terrain on Monday, take time to observe how much new snow has blown around, as well as whether or not it has formed a cohesive Wind Slab. I often try to find smaller or less steep slopes to make these observations safely.