Eastern Carnic Prealps

The new snow and wind slabs represent the main danger.

The new snow and wind slabs represent the main danger.

The avalanche prone locations are to be found in particular adjacent to ridgelines and in gullies and bowls and at transitions from a shallow to a deep snowpack. This applies in particular on steep shady slopes. Natural avalanches are possible. Wind slabs remain for the foreseeable future prone to triggering. Avalanches can be released, in particular by large loads. Restraint should be exercised because avalanches can sweep people along and give rise to falls.

Over a wide area snow depths vary greatly, depending on the infuence of the wind. The wind slabs are lying on unfavourable layers in particular on steep shady slopes. Towards its base, the snowpack is faceted. As a consequence of falling temperatures a crust formed on the surface. In the regions exposed to rain this applies in particular.

Over a wide area the wind slabs will increase in size additionally. The weather will be cold. The wind will be strong at times.