Wind slabs are to be evaluated with care and prudence.
As a consequence of new snow and a moderate to strong wind from southwesterly directions, sometimes avalanche prone wind slabs will form in the course of the day. The somewhat older wind slabs will be covered with new snow in some cases and therefore difficult to recognise. The wind slabs can be released by a single winter sport participant in isolated cases in all aspects. Avalanche prone locations are to be found adjacent to ridgelines and in gullies and bowls. Avalanches can reach medium size in isolated cases.
Snowpack
dp.6: cold, loose snow and wind
Snow depths vary greatly, depending on the infuence of the wind. Over a wide area up to 15 cm of snow has fallen above approximately 1500 m. Towards its base, the snowpack is faceted.
Tendency
The avalanche danger will persist.
Danger level
Wind slabs are to be evaluated with care and prudence.
In all regions only a little snow is lying. As a consequence of new snow and a moderate to strong wind from southwesterly directions, mostly small wind slabs will form in the course of the day. The avalanche danger will increase a little during the day. The wind slabs represent the main danger. Avalanche prone locations are to be found adjacent to ridgelines and in gullies and bowls. Mostly the avalanches are small.
Snowpack
dp.6: cold, loose snow and wind
The snowpack will be quite stable. Snow depths vary greatly above the tree line, depending on the infuence of the wind. Over a wide area up to 15 cm of snow has fallen above approximately 1500 m.