Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Loose Wet
NNEESESSWWNW- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–1.5
Avalanche Summary
A foot of new snow and strong southwesterly winds formed drifted slabs on steep, leeward slopes and in rocky couloirs. You could trigger an avalanche where you find a deeper pocket of stiff snow that cracks underfoot. Be on the lookout for these drifts below ridgelines on leeward slopes and in steep, rocky, cross-loaded couloirs. The most dangerous slopes face north, northeast, and east. Most of these avalanches will be small, but even a small slide can ruin your day if it carries you into a terrain trap, like rocks or a cliff.
Sunny skies increase the chance for a natural wet avalanche cycle in the afternoon. Look for rollerballs as an early warning sign to head for the shade.