Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

Avalanche Summary

Fresh wind-drifted snow forming on north to east to southeast-facing slopes will increase your chances of triggering an avalanche. Slabs might break in the new snow or deeper on buried weak layers, creating a much larger slide. Watch for signs of instability, such as cracking or collapsing, and be aware that you could trigger an avalanche from a distance away as the surface snow stiffens. Wind-sheltered, lower-elevation slopes are a safer option.

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