Level 2, moderate

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

As a consequence of new snow and a sometimes strong wind from northwesterly directions, wind slabs formed in the last few days. They are mostly small but in some cases prone to triggering. The wind slabs are covered with new snow in some cases and therefore difficult to recognise. Avalanche prone locations are to be found also adjacent to ridgelines in all aspects. The number and size of avalanche prone locations will increase with altitude.
In isolated cases avalanches can be released in deep layers and reach medium size. This applies in particular on very steep north facing slopes in little used backcountry terrain. Careful route selection is recommended.