Wind Slabs
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NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1–1.5
Recent strong winds built shallow isolated drifts at upper elevations. In very steep or extreme terrain, use caution around firm areas of drifted snow and watch for small sluffs. Any avalanches will be small, but may still knock you off your feet and carry you into shallow rocks or cliffs in the runout below.
Researchers Ian McCammon and Sara Boilen are developing new tools for managing human factors for backcountry skiers and boarders. This survey asks about personal experiences with human factors and will take 7 - 8 minutes to fill out. Link is HERE. Thank you for your help!