avalanche danger
Snowslide risk warning
Avalanche danger is the level of risk that avalanches pose in a given area, typically rated on a five-point scale from low to extreme.
Ski resorts and backcountry forecasters issue avalanche danger ratings to help people make informed decisions: The avalanche danger is considerable today—stay off steep slopes.
The rating accounts for snowpack stability, weather conditions, and terrain.
- snowpackAccumulated mountain winter layers
- crackNarrow break or attempt
- snowboardingDescending slopes on single board
- skiingSnow sport on runners
- weatherAtmospheric state outdoors
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