Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
3 · Considerable
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Likely
    Size
    2–3

Avalanche Summary

Dangerous avalanche conditions exist. The most dangerous slopes are at upper elevations and face north through east to southeast. These are spots where renent winds have built thicker denser slabs over buried weak layers. If you trigger an avalanche it will most likely break on buried weak layers a few feet deep. You can find safer travel options on southerly-facing slopes or in wind sheltered areas.

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