Wind slabs
Avalanche prone locations
In all aspects above approximately 2000m.
Danger description
The new snow and wind slabs are lying on the quite favourable surface of an old snowpack. The fresh wind slabs are in some cases prone to triggering. They are to be evaluated with care and prudence in steep terrain. In high Alpine regions the avalanche prone locations are more prevalent. Avalanches can reach medium size. As the day progresses as a consequence of the new snow there will be an increase in the avalanche danger. Backcountry touring calls for careful route selection.