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Avalanche danger
- Above 900 m
- 1 · Low
- Above 900 m
- 2 · Moderate
- Below 900 m
- 1 · Low
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CM for 14/01/23 Mod hazard. Soft weak windslab NW through N to E aspects above 900m.
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CM for 14/01/23 Mod hazard. Soft weak windslab NW through N to E aspects above 900m.
Forecast Snow Stability: Some early consolidation expected in all snow overnight Friday. New soft, weak windslab will form on steep North-West through North to East aspects above 900m; better stability at lower altitudes and on less steep ground. All recently formed cornices over lee slopes will be soft and weak. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate
Snowpack Structure
Forecast Weather Influences: Snowfall from early morning onwards. Fresh South West later South East winds. Becoming progressively colder. Observed Weather Influences: Snow showers on moderate North-West later West-South-West winds. Freezing at around 850m throughout. ObservedSnowStability: New humid, soft, moderately bonded windslab lies on steep North to South-East aspects above 900m. Recently formed weak cornices noted over some steeper lee slopes. Minor full depth avalanche activity observed from very steep East facing crags at 800m late morning. General covering of moist fresh snow down to 650m. The avalanche hazard is Moderate
Bulletin data: Scottish Avalanche Information Service (via EAWS / avalanche.report)