Avalanche forecast

Northern Lepontine Alps

Arpa Piemonte
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Avalanche danger

Above 2,200 m
3 · Considerable
Below 2,200 m
2 · Moderate
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Highlights

Along the border with Switzerland the avalanche danger is considerable (level 3).

Avalanche problems

  • Wind slab

    • Above 2,200 m

  • Wet snow

    • Below 2,800 m

Snowpack Structure

The more recent wind slabs are to be found in particular adjacent to ridgelines and in gullies and bowls in all aspects. Individual weak layers exist in the snowpack in particular on shady slopes, especially on steep shady slopes above approximately 2400 m. As a consequence of rising temperatures and solar radiation a dangerous avalanche situation will develop.

Avalanche Activity

Along the border with Switzerland the avalanche danger is considerable (level 3).

Caution is to be exercised adjacent to ridgelines and in pass areas, in particular along the border with Switzerland. As a consequence of new snow and a moderate to strong wind, wind slabs formed. The new snow and wind slabs can be released by a single winter sport participant above approximately 2300 m. Avalanches can also be triggered in the old snowpack and reach large size in isolated cases. The danger of dry and moist avalanches will already exist in the early morning.

Bulletin data: Arpa Piemonte (via EAWS / avalanche.report)

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