Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
An Avalanche Watch is in effect for late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday. Heavy snow and strong winds will result in large natural avalanches and very easily triggered human avalanches. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended during this period.
For Monday, You can trigger an avalanche on steep slopes where new snow and wind combine to create slabs of cohesive snow. The most dangerous areas are north through east to southeast-facing slopes near and above treeline. If you see snow blowing onto the leeward side of a ridge or notice cracking in the snow as you travel through it avoid slopes steeper than about 35 degrees or find more wind-sheltered terrain.
You should expect a rapid increase in the avalanche danger this holiday week as a potent storm begins to impact the area starting Monday night.