Level 2, moderate

Wind slabs

Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to south facing aspects above approximately 1600m.

In particular in west to north to south facing aspects above approximately 1600m.

Danger description

As a consequence of a strong westerly wind, wind slabs will form. The fresh and older wind slabs represent the main danger. In the course of the day they will increase in size. At elevated altitudes the prevalence and size of the avalanche prone locations will increase.
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.