Critical Avalanche Risk: Southern Swiss Alps Under Level 4 Alert

WSL Institute issues high-level avalanche warning for southern Alpine regions following heavy snowfall, with multiple valleys at risk level 4 out of 5.

Key Takeaways

WSL Institute issued level 4 avalanche warning for southern Swiss Alps
Affected areas include lower Maggia valleys, Riviera, lower Leventina and Blenio Valley
New snow accumulation combined with unfavorable old snow surface increases risk

By The Numbers

30-50 cm

Fresh snow accumulation above 2000m (Sunday to Thursday)

15-30 cm

Expected additional snowfall by Friday afternoon

4 out of 5

Current avalanche danger level

They Said

"Conditions are unfavourable for snow sports away from prepared pistes"
— SLF Warning

Critical Alert Status

Affected Regions and Current Conditions

Weather Patterns and Snowfall Data

Safety Measures and Recommendations

Sources & References

Heavy snow ramps up avalanche risk in Swiss Alps

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Key Takeaways

WSL Institute issued level 4 avalanche warning for southern Swiss Alps
Affected areas include lower Maggia valleys, Riviera, lower Leventina and Blenio Valley
New snow accumulation combined with unfavorable old snow surface increases risk

By The Numbers

30-50 cm

Fresh snow accumulation above 2000m (Sunday to Thursday)

15-30 cm

Expected additional snowfall by Friday afternoon

4 out of 5

Current avalanche danger level

They Said

"Conditions are unfavourable for snow sports away from prepared pistes"
— SLF Warning

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Critical Alert Status

Affected Regions and Current Conditions

Weather Patterns and Snowfall Data

Safety Measures and Recommendations

Sources & References

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