Avalanche forecast

Sangre de Cristo

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

You could trigger an avalanche where snow and winds from last week's storm built cohesive slabs above weaker snow above treeline. Avalanches are more likely in areas of drifted snow on northerly and easterly slopes. Drifted snow often looks smooth, rounded. or pillowy, and can sound hollow. Safer riding options exist on lower elevation slopes sheltered from the wind.

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