Avalanche forecast

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Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

The most likely places to trigger an avalanche are near treeline slopes facing north, northeast or east. You might be able to trigger an avalanche at higher elevations on similar aspects, but the most dangerous areas are confined to wind-drifted features. Look for recently wind-loaded slopes with a shallow, weak snowpack beneath the wind drift as features to avoid. To reduce your chances of triggering an avalanche, stick to southerly or westerly facing slopes or low-angle terrain.

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