Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–1.5
You are most likely to trigger an avalanche where you find rounded pillows of freshly drifted snow. Look for cracking in the snow as an indication of dangerous conditions. You can find safer travel on sheltered slopes without firm snow.