Wind Slabs
- Alta montaña
- Límite del bosque
- Bajo el límite del bosque
- Probabilidad
- Likely
- Tamaño
- 2–3
Above 8,000 feet, daytime warming and sunshine will increase the chance for skiers and riders to trigger wind slabs one to three feet in depth on steep, avalanche-prone slopes. As the day progresses, shedding of the recent snowfall could occur naturally. These slides have the potential to travel long distances and entrain significant amounts of snow in very steep, sustained terrain. Conservative decision making and a close eye on the weather will be essential for safe travel in avalanche terrain.