The 5 Red Flags Unstable Snow & Avalanche Danger – Video

Mountainwatch | Video

Avalanche and snow science can seem dauntingly complex, and often rightly so. This short clip from Craig Gordon of the Utah Avalanche Centre simplifies it for us with 5 absolute red flags for snow instability. 

• – Recent Avalanche Activity
• – Crackling and Collapsing Sounds (WHUMPH)
• – Strong Winds
• – Heavy Snowfall
• – Rapidly Rising Temps

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