Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–1.5
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
Expect a rise in avalanche danger as new snow and west-to-southwest winds build thicker slabs on leeward slopes at higher elevations. Use caution if you find more than a foot of new or drifted snow in steeper terrain. Look for cracking in denser snow, new cornices, or smooth, rounded snow surfaces as an indication of this problem. Even a small avalanche can be dangerous if it sweeps you down into hazards below.
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