Avalanche forecast

Aspen

Dec 12 – 13, 2023Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate

Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2

Avalanche Summary

You could trigger avalanches on northerly and easterly-facing slopes where slabs up to three feet thick rest over weak snow. The most dangerous areas are steep, wind-loaded slopes below ridgelines, in cross-loaded gullies, and steep rollovers. You can trigger avalanches from adjacent slopes and from below so plan your routes and safe spots accordingly. Cracking and collapsing may not be present before an avalanche breaks. Sticking to slopes less than about 30 degrees will increase your safety margin.

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