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Fresh snowfall across the Alps raises avalanche awareness
Original: Fresh snowfall overview for the Alps over the last 2 days. Watch wind loading on lee slopes. Fresh snow alone does not t
A fresh two-day snowfall overview for the Alps is drawing attention from winter sports enthusiasts, with a warning that wind loading on lee slopes matters more than snow depth alone. Skiers and backcountry travellers are being urged to check accumulation maps and consider how wind has redistributed the new snow before heading out, as fresh snow by itself does not guarantee good or safe conditions.
Why now: New snow in the Alps prompts skiers and mountaineers to assess avalanche and slope conditions before weekend trips.
Evidence
- Fresh snowfall overview for the Alps over the last 2 days. Watch wind loading on lee slopes. Fresh snow alone does not tell the whole quality story. Worth a quick look # skiweather # alps # weather # snow # skiing # powder https:// skiweather.eu/snowaccumulation · skiweather@meteo.social · 1
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