Grand Mesa

Though the danger is Low, an incoming storm will cause the danger to rise by Sunday.

As we await for snowfall accumulations to stack up, be reminded you can trigger an avalanche on sheltered terrain steeper than about 35 degrees where you find weak, cohesionless snow. They can be powerful enough to knock you over and carry you into trees and rocks. These slides can bury you if you get carried into a terrain trap such as a creek or gully. If the snowpack is unsupportive and you sink to the ground with skis or a board on, you should avoid slopes over 35 degrees.