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
Fri
Sat
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems
Loose Wet
NNEESESSWWNW- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Avalanche Summary
Increasing winds are drifting snow at upper elevations. The most dangerous slopes face north to east through south, but changing wind directions could cross-load other aspects. Avoid slopes steeper than about 35 degrees where you find more than about a foot of freshly deposited snow. Cracking in the new snow is a sign to move to lower-angle slopes or wind-sheltered terrain.
As temperatures climb and the sun heats snow surfaces, you can expect Loose Wet avalanches to become a concern. The most dangerous slopes face southerly. Snow near rock bands will heat up faster. Wet snow and roller balls are signs to move to colder aspects.