Wind slabs
Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to south facing aspects above approximately 1400m.
Danger description
Fresh and somewhat older wind slabs are mostly small but in some cases prone to triggering. They are to be evaluated with care and prudence in steep terrain. 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.