Avalanche forecast

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Avalanche Activity

Forecast Snow Stability: Shallow accumulations of windslab will build on West to North aspects above 600 meters. These are expected to be shallow, isolated and easily avoidable. Patchy snow cover will remain on most aspects above 500 meters, becoming progressively more firm and extensive with height. The existing snowpack will continue to consolidate. The avalanche hazard will be Low.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: Storm force East-South-East winds backing Easterly and increasing during the day. Very light overnight snow showers forecast. The freezing level is expected to be around 600 meters. Observed Weather Influences: Gusty, storm force South-Easterly winds. No precipitation. The freezing level was around 600 meters. ObservedSnowStability: Patchy snow cover is present on all aspects above 500 meters increasing in coverage with height. The snow pack continues to consolidate and presents no hazard. The avalanche hazard is Low.

Bulletin data: Scottish Avalanche Information Service (via EAWS / avalanche.report)

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