Avalanche forecast

Northern San Juan

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

The avalanche danger remains elevated above treeline. You could trigger an avalanche today on steep slopes above treeline where winds have drifted snow onto north, northeast and easterly slopes. You may encounter wind-drifted snow below ridgelines and near gullies but be aware that new snowfall may obscure the common visual clues. If you feel firm or hollow snow that cracks or collapses, you should move to lower-angle or wind-sheltered slopes.

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