SAIS Avalanche Hazard Statement 26 February 2010<\/p>\n
There will be a high avalanche hazard in all of the mountain areas of Scotland for the start of the weekend- in particular on slopes that are to the lee of the prevailing wind which is forecasted to remain strong North-East to Easterly.
\nTherefore slopes that face South -South-West, West, North-West and Northerly mainly above 400 m will be affected with very unstable windslab . Slopes of moderate steepness are currently unstable ( over 15 degrees) Natural avalanches will occur and attention should be given to avalanche runout zones in corries and glens.<\/p>\n
The snowfall will lessen over the weekend but the snowpack will remain weakly bonded and the hazard may well remain High due to the continuing cold temperatures and strong winds. <\/p>\n
Good route choice is required when travelling in all mountain and hill terrain, and walkers, skiers and climbers should choose appropriate objectives and carry out good travel practice.<\/p>\n
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