Avalanche forecast

Grand Mesa

Jan 17, 2023Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
4 · High
Treeline
4 · High
Below
4 · High
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Avalanche problems

  • Storm Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Very Likely
    Size
    1.5–2.5

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    2–3

Avalanche Summary

An Avalanche Warning is in effect for the Grand Mesa. Very dangerous avalanche conditions exist and will worsen through Wednesday as snow continues to accumulate. Natural and human-triggered avalanches are very likely. Avalanches can break wide across terrain features and run long distances. Travel in avalanche terrain is not recommended.

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