Avalanche forecast

Torridon

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Avalanche danger

Above 800 m
1 · Low
Above 800 m
2 · Moderate
Below 800 m
1 · Low
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Highlights

TO for 9/12. Localised instabilities mainly on steep Southerly aspects above 800m. Moderate hazard

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Avalanche Activity

TO for 9/12. Localised instabilities mainly on steep Southerly aspects above 800m. Moderate hazard

Forecast Snow Stability: Localised instabilities will be present on some steep slopes, notably those with a mainly Southerly aspect. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: It will be dry with light winds. The freezing level will be around 500m. Observed Weather Influences: A mainly dry day with the freezing level around 600m. ObservedSnowStability: Localised instabilities are present on some steep Southerly aspects above 800m. Elsewhere the snowpack is generally shallow and scoured by the recent strong winds. The avalanche hazard is Moderate

Bulletin data: Scottish Avalanche Information Service (via EAWS / avalanche.report)

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