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  Wind Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Hochgebirge
  • Waldgrenze
  • Unterhalb der Waldgrenze

  Wahrscheinlichkeit

  Possible

  Größe

  1–2

  Up to 4" inches of new snow forecasted to fall during the day accompanied by moderate west winds means we could see windslab formation on leeward facing northeast, east, and southeast facing terrain especially near ridge tops by early afternoon . These windslabs could bond poorly to the slick crusty surfaces they will rest upon. Therefore, it could be easy for a human  to trigger a windslab avalanche on leeward facing terrain steeper than 30 degrees by early this afternoon. Observe weather conditions today when you are traveling through the mountains. As we notice snow starting to accumulate, especially accompanied by wind strong enough to transport snow, we need to consider the possibility that the snow on steep terrain is becoming unstable, especially this afternoon when avalanche danger could become heightened. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully today before moving onto that slope steep enough to avalanche.

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  Storm Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Hochgebirge
  • Waldgrenze
  • Unterhalb der Waldgrenze

  Wahrscheinlichkeit

  Possible

  Größe

  1–2

  Up to 4" of new snow forecasted to accumulate by late this  afternoon. The new snow could  bond poorly to the slick crusty surface it will rest upon creating the potential for human triggered avalanches on terrain steeper than 30 degrees. As the the new snow accumulates throughout the day, suspect instability to increase on steep slopes you are considering. Before committing to that steep line,take the time to evaluate the snow and terrain carefully. Find and test small inconsequential test slopes to see if instability is becoming poor before diving into that steep line.