Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Loose Dry

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

Avalanche Summary

Hard slabs of wind-drifted snow below ridges and in concave gullies are speckled throughout higher-elevation slopes. These may be difficult to trigger, but they can take you for an unexpected ride through nasty terrain below. Steep wind-sheltered slopes are also problematic. You can easily trigger a loose snow avalanche that gouges to the ground or knocks you off your feet. Keep your guard up and avoid these problems to help stay safe.

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