Steamboat & Flat Tops

You can trigger an avalanche where recently drifted storm snow rests on steep slopes at all elevations. Northeast, east, and southeast-facing slopes at upper elevations are the most dangerous. Another round of snow overnight comes with variable winds and low totals and won't increase the danger.

Most slides will break within the storm snow about 1 or 2 feet deep but could break deeper and be large enough to bury you. Look for and avoid steep drifted slopes below ridges, in gullies, or behind convex rollovers. If you see cracks in front of you in the snow or hear audible collapses, avoid steep slopes. Make conservative terrain choices and don't travel on or below slopes greater than about 35 degrees.