Wind slabs, old snow
Avalanche prone locations
In all aspects above approximately 2200m.
Danger description
The new snow and wind slabs of the last few days are lying on top of a weakly bonded old snowpack. Single winter sport participants can release avalanches, including dangerously large ones. Whumpfing sounds and the formation of shooting cracks when stepping on the snowpack indicate the danger. Remotely triggered and natural avalanches are possible in isolated cases. Backcountry touring and other off-piste activities call for experience in the assessment of avalanche danger and caution.
Wet avalanches as day progresses
As a consequence of warming during the day and solar radiation more frequent gliding avalanches and wet snow slides are possible.