Venediger Group South

Wind slabs require caution.

Wind slabs require caution.

The more recent wind slabs can still be released in some cases in particular on very steep shady slopes above approximately 2200 m, especially at transitions into gullies and bowls. The mostly small wind slabs are clearly recognisable to the trained eye. Restraint should be exercised because avalanches can sweep people along and give rise to falls. Avalanches can in very isolated cases penetrate near-ground layers of the snowpack and reach medium size.

Only a small amount of snow is lying for the time of year. Snow depths vary greatly, depending on the infuence of the wind. The more recent wind slabs are lying on unfavourable layers in particular on steep shady slopes at high altitudes and in high Alpine regions. Shady slopes: The snowpack consists of faceted crystals. Isolated avalanche prone weak layers exist in the old snowpack. Steep sunny slopes: As a consequence of mild temperatures and solar radiation a crust formed on the surface.

The weather conditions will facilitate a gradual stabilisation of the snow drift accumulations. Further decrease in danger of dry avalanches.