Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche forecast
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Avalanche danger
Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems
Avalanche Summary
You can trigger an avalanche where you find cohesive slabs of drifted snow on steep slopes. The most likely places are upper-elevation slopes below ridges, in gullies, and behind convex rollovers. Cracking in the new snow is an indication that you can trigger an avalanche. Look for lower angle or wind-sheltered slopes for safer travel.
Brief windows of sunshine and near-freezing temperatures mean that wet snow can shed off steep, sunny slopes. Rollerballs and snow that makes your glove damp when you squeeze it are signs the snow is getting wet. Stick to shaded slopes with dry snow or slopes with intact, supportable crusts.
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