Avalanche forecast

Avalanche forecast

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

  • Wind Slabs

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

Avalanche Summary

Wind-drifted features at higher elevations are the most problematic and likely places to trigger an avalanche. With more snow and strong westerly wind, fresh slabs can build quickly. The most troublesome areas are on steep slopes just below ridgelines, around rock outcrops, or along the sides of cross-loaded gullies. Lower-angle, wind-sheltered slopes are safer terrain choices.