Western Carniche Prealps

In particular in the regions exposed to heavier precipitation the already large wind slabs will increase in size additionally. The various wind slabs have bonded poorly with the old snowpack. Backcountry touring calls for meticulous route selection.

In particular in the regions exposed to heavier precipitation the already large wind slabs will increase in size additionally. The various wind slabs have bonded poorly with the old snowpack. Backcountry touring calls for meticulous route selection.

In particular in the regions exposed to precipitation and on wind-loaded slopes small and medium-sized slab avalanches are possible as a consequence of the strong wind. The fresh snow as well as the many extensive wind slabs can be released easily, even by a single winter sport participant, in all aspects above the tree line. Avalanches can additionally in some places be released in deeper layers on steep shady slopes. The avalanche prone locations are to be found adjacent to ridgelines and in pass areas and at transitions from a shallow to a deep snowpack. These avalanche prone locations are prevalent and are barely recognisable because of the poor visibility. In particular shady slopes where surface hoar has been covered with snow are especially precarious. In the last few days the activity of small and medium avalanches has increased.

As a consequence of snowfall and the strong wind, fresh snow drift accumulations formed during the last few days. The snowpack will be generally subject to considerable local variations. Weak layers exist in the snowpack in particular on shady slopes.

Some snow will fall. As a consequence of new snow and wind the wind slabs will increase in size additionally.