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.

The snowpack will be unstable above approximately 1800 m. Distinct weak layers exist in the old snowpack. This applies especially on west, north and east facing slopes. Below approximately 1600 m and steep sunny slopes: The weather conditions gave rise to moistening of the snowpack. Outgoing longwave radiation during the night will be reduced. The snowpack will become moist as the day progresses.

The avalanche conditions remain unfavourable.