Avalanche forecast

Blues

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Avalanche danger

Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Snow that has been drifted and packed into a harder slab will be your primary avalanche problem today.  Wind slabs will primarily be found at mid and upper-elevation terrain on a variety of aspects.  To increase your safety margins stick to slopes where the wind hasn't affected the snow.  

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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

    Wind slabs will be your primary avalanche problem in the Blues on Thursday.  If you visually observe the wind blowing and drifting snow, cornices, dune-like formations, or a rippled surface texture then you've found the potential problem.  Shooting cracks are another give away, and steeper slopes should be avoided if you experience cracking or collapsing.  Oftentimes times freshly developed wind slabs can surprise you and even a relatively small avalanche can push you into consequental terrain.  

    To increase your safety margins and snow quality choose locations less prone to wind effect.  If you do find slopes that have been stiffened by the wind, use caution and conservative travel techniques to limit your exposure.  

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