Level 3, considerable

Old snow, wind slabs

Avalanche prone locations
In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 2200m.

In particular in west to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 2200m.

Danger description

The new snow and wind slabs of last week 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 can indicate the danger.
As a consequence of a gathering strong westerly wind, mostly small wind slabs will form. They are to be evaluated with care and prudence.
Backcountry touring and other off-piste activities call for experience in the assessment of avalanche danger.