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CM for 14.2 Snowpack is well consolidated and stable in all locations. Thaw continues. Cornices remain prone to collapse. Low hazard
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CM for 14.2 Snowpack is well consolidated and stable in all locations. Thaw continues. Cornices remain prone to collapse. Low hazard
Forecast Snow Stability: Little change in the snowpack is expected, remaining well consolidated and stable in all locations. During the day, the snowpack will soften and continue to thaw at all levels. Greatest snow accumulations will be on North through East to South-East aspects above 750m. Cornices remain prone to collapse. The avalanche hazard will be Low.
Snowpack Structure
Forecast Weather Influences: A predominantly dry day is expected, with the chance of an occasional rain shower. During the day, the freezing level will be above the summits. Strong to very strong Southerly winds. Observed Weather Influences: A dry day with very strong South-Westerly winds. The freezing level rose above the summits. ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is well consolidated and stable in all locations. The snow surface remained mostly firm, only softening in direct sun. Greatest accumulations of snow are on North through East to South-East aspects above 750m. Remaining cornices are prone to collapse. The avalanche hazard is Low.
Bulletin data: Scottish Avalanche Information Service (via EAWS / avalanche.report)