Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
The most dangerous avalanche conditions are on steep north and easterly-facing slopes that were recently wind-loaded. Steer clear of hard drifts of snow on steep slopes. Avalanches that break in drifted snow can break deeply in the snowpack on weak, collapsible layers near the ground.