Avalanche forecast

Vail & Summit County

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
3 · Considerable
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

You can trigger an avalanche on west to north through south-facing slopes. You can trigger slides that only break in drifted snow, but the bigger hazard is slides that break in weak snow near the ground. Pay particular attention to northerly and easterly-facing slopes which held the most weak snow before last week's storm. You may not see any signs of instability before you trigger an avalanche. Low-angle and wind-sheltered slopes are safer options.

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