Avalanche forecast

Aspen

Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Continued westerly winds will stack more snow on north, east, and southeast-facing slopes. You can easily trigger a fresh slab on slopes over 35 degrees on these aspects. Steer clear of steeper slopes below ridges or the sides of gullies where wind-deposited snow is collecting. Cracking along the snow surface is a good indication of this problem. Lower-angle, wind-protected slopes are a much safer option.

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