Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Hochgebirge
- Waldgrenze
- Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
- Wahrscheinlichkeit
- Possible
- Größe
- 1–2
You can trigger an avalanche above treeline on leeward slopes with freshly drifted snow. Look for and avoid slopes with fresh cornices, recent avalanches, smooth-rounded pillows of snow, or cracking within the new snow. In near and below treeline elevations, a small avalanche within the fresh snow can gouge into weaker snow about a foot from the surface. Even a small avalanche could be deadly if combined with a terrain trap like cliffs, gullies, or thick trees. Stick to slopes less than about 30 degrees for safer travel options.