Avalanche forecast

Front Range

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Wind-drifted slopes are the most dangerous. Wind Slab avalanches were easily triggered on Wednesday in the Indian Peaks. These avalanches are small but can be dangerous if they knock you off your feet in steep terrain. Look for and avoid areas with cohesive slabs of snow that feel harder and more hollow than sheltered areas with soft snow. Shooting cracks are a sure sign of unstable drifted snow.

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