Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Likely
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Sun
Mon
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
You can easily trigger an avalanche on steep slopes above treeline. The most dangerous areas are where winds formed stiffer and deeper slabs at upper elevations. These areas of wind-drifted snow are found below ridgelines, in gullies, and in cross-loaded terrain. Look for cracking or collapsing in the new snow as a sign to move to lower-angled slopes. You can find safer travel options by sticking to slopes less than about 30 degrees in steepness or by choosing wind-sheltered lower-elevation slopes.