Level 2, moderate

Wind slabs

Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 1800m.

In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 1800m.

Danger description

As a consequence of new snow and a strong to storm force wind from westerly directions, wind slabs will form. These will be deposited on the unfavourable surface of an old snowpack in particular on west, north and east facing slopes. The avalanche prone locations are to be found in particular in gullies and bowls, and behind abrupt changes in the terrain. The number and size of avalanche prone locations will increase in the afternoon. Avalanches can in some places be released easily and reach medium size. 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.