Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alta montaña
- Límite del bosque
- Bajo el límite del bosque
- Probabilidad
- Possible
- Tamaño
- 1–1.5
Strong winds drift recent snow at upper elevations. You could trigger an avalanche in recently drifted snow. Look for cracking in drifted snow as a sign that drifted snow is unstable. If you observe this, avoid steep slopes with pillowy-looking drifts or recent snow that feels stiff. Safer travel can be found on lower-angle slopes and wind-sheltered terrain.