Avalanche forecast

Sawatch

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche where you find stiff slabs of wind-drifted snow at high elevations. The most dangerous areas are above treeline and face easterly directions. Wind-sheltered slopes at lower elevations offer safer travel options.

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