Gailtal Alps East

Weak layers in the old snowpack necessitate caution.

Weak layers in the old snowpack necessitate caution.

Avalanches can be released in the weakly bonded old snow by a single winter sport participant. This applies on west, north and east facing slopes especially above approximately 1800 m. In many cases avalanches are medium-sized. Remotely triggered avalanches are possible. The number and size of avalanche prone locations will increase with altitude. Whumpfing sounds and the formation of shooting cracks when stepping on the snowpack indicate the danger. Defensive route selection is important. Mostly small loose snow avalanches are possible as a consequence of warming during the day and solar radiation.

The new snow and wind slabs of the last few days are lying on top of a weakly bonded old snowpack in particular on west, north and east facing slopes above approximately 1800 m. Distinct weak layers exist in the old snowpack. Below approximately 1600 m: The snowpack is moist. Outgoing longwave radiation during the night will be good at times.

The avalanche conditions remain unfavourable.