Ankogel-Hochalm Group

The avalanche prone locations are rare.

The avalanche prone locations are rare.

In isolated cases avalanches can be triggered in the weakly bonded old snow. Such avalanche prone locations are to be found in particular on extremely steep shady slopes above approximately 2600 m. Mostly avalanches are small. As a consequence of the moderate to strong southerly wind, fresh snow drift accumulations will form. This applies especially on shady slopes in high Alpine regions. The small wind slabs are clearly recognisable. Apart from the danger of being buried, restraint should be exercised as well in view of the danger of avalanches sweeping people along and giving rise to falls.

All aspects below approximately 2600 m: The snowpack is largely stable and its surface has a crust. Shady slopes above approximately 2600 m: Faceted weak layers exist in the bottom section of the snowpack. Steep sunny slopes: The solar radiation will give rise as the day progresses to slight moistening of the snowpack. The snowpack will be subject to considerable local variations. Less snow than usual is lying in all altitude zones.

Low avalanche danger will prevail.