Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
You can trigger an avalanche where you find stiff, hollow, wind-drifted snow just below ridgelines on north through northeast to east-facing slopes. Steer clear of steep slopes on these aspects of concern to reduce your chances of triggering an avalanche.