Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2
  • Loose Wet

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

The primary concern for Wednesday is avalanches in the recent storm snow. The most dangerous slopes harbor wind-drifted slabs in the alpine, especially below ridgelines and in the tops of gully and couloir features. Stay off very steep slopes if you see cracks forming in the snow or feel stiff layers under your feet.

When sunny skies return, expect the recent snow to quickly get wet and shed off very steep slopes as mostly small, loose wet avalanches. These can be dangerous if they push you into rocks, creeks, or over cliffs.

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