Level 4, high

New snow

Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 2000m.

In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 2000m.

Danger description

Large quantities of fresh snow and the wind-drifted snow of the last few days are lying on the unfavourable surface of an old snowpack in particular on west, north and east facing slopes. Even single snow sport participants can release avalanches easily, including large ones. Individual natural avalanches are possible.
The danger exists primarily in alpine snow sports terrain. Avalanches capable of reaching valley bottoms and endangering exposed transportation routes are unlikely to occur.
Backcountry touring and other off-piste activities call for extensive experience in the assessment of avalanche danger and great restraint.

Wet avalanches as day progresses

As a consequence of warming during the day and solar radiation more frequent medium-sized gliding avalanches and wet snow slides are to be expected. This applies in particular on very steep sunny slopes also at low and intermediate altitudes.