Valsavaranche

Weak layers in the old snowpack represent the main danger.

Weak layers in the old snowpack represent the main danger.

Avalanches can be released in the old snowpack. They are small and can be released in isolated cases by a single winter sport participant. Caution is to be exercised on very steep shady slopes above approximately 2500 m, and on wind-loaded slopes. The wind slabs are small. Slight increase in danger of moist snow slides as a consequence of warming. The numerous rocks hidden by the recent snow are the main danger.

In some localities 2 to 5 cm of snow has fallen since Wednesday above approximately 1500 m. The weather conditions gave rise to slight moistening of the snowpack in all aspects below approximately 2000 m. Weak layers exist in the centre of the snowpack. The wind slabs have bonded generally well with the old snowpack. At low and intermediate altitudes from a snow sport perspective, insufficient snow is lying.

As a consequence of new snow and wind the avalanche prone locations will become more prevalent on Sunday. Slight increase in avalanche danger.