Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Avalanche danger

Above 900 m
2 · Moderate
Above 900 m
1 · Low
Above 900 m
3 · Considerable
Below 900 m
1 · Low
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Highlights

LO for 7/1. Unstable windslab forming mainly on sheltered N, NE and E aspects above 900m. Considerable hazard

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Avalanche Activity

LO for 7/1. Unstable windslab forming mainly on sheltered N, NE and E aspects above 900m. Considerable hazard

Forecast Snow Stability: Areas of unstable windslab will continue to form in sheltered locations. Greatest accumulations will mainly be on North, North-East and East aspects above 900m. Cornices will also form above these aspects. The avalanche hazard will be Considerable

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: There will be fresh snow above 400m with moderate to strong South-westerly winds. Observed Weather Influences: A stormy day with strong South-Easterly winds and heavy precipitation. The freezing level rose during the day to around 1000m. ObservedSnowStability: Fresh areas of unstable windslab have developed in sheltered locations. Greatest accumulations are on steep North-West, North and North-East aspects above 1000m. Low level snow is gradually thawing. The avalanche hazard is Considerable.

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

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