Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Although unlikely, you could still trigger an avalanche if you find a place with a hard, wind-drifted slab over weak layers near the ground. These spots will be in alpine terrain directly below ridgetop or a cross-loaded gully. It's almost always a good idea to steer clear of steep areas with impenetrable snow.

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