Level 2, moderate

Wind slabs

Avalanche prone locations
In particular in north to east to south facing aspects above approximately 1200m.

In particular in north to east to south facing aspects above approximately 1200m.

Danger description

Fresh wind slabs are in some cases prone to triggering. The avalanche prone locations are to be found in particular in gullies and bowls, and behind abrupt changes in the terrain. Apart from the danger of being buried, restraint should be exercised in particular in view of the danger of avalanches sweeping people along and giving rise to falls.