Avalanche forecast

Grand Mesa

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
No rating
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche in wind-drifted snow, most likely just below ridgelines or at higher elevations on the leeward side of a terrain feature. If you notice cracking in the snow around you or the snow feels hard and hollow, consider avoiding big slopes and moving to lower-angle terrain or a more wind-sheltered slope.

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