NORTHERN CAIRNGORMS
AVALANCHE HAZARD 1500 HRS MON 12/3/01
There has been continuous snow since Sunday evening.  The 
moderate near Northerly winds have contributed to significant 
snow transport, drifting and slab build up.  There are areas with 
up to 80 centimetres of foot penetration.  The new slab is very 
unstable and shears easily in field tests.  Avalanche activity was 
noted on East aspect above 1000 metres.  The avalanche hazard 
is High (Category 4) 

AVALANCHE HAZARD OUTLOOK TUE 13/3/01
More snow is forecast and moderate winds will continue from 
the Northerly quarters.  This will add to the significant slab load 
that will continue to be very unstable.  Avalanches will occur on 
numerous aspects in the Northern Corries and other steep
terrain above 500 metres.  Localised cross loading on approach 
slopes and gully exits will contribute to widespread areas with 
poor stability slab.  The avalanche hazard will be High 
(Category 4).   

CLIMBING CONDITIONS 
SNOW DISTRIBUTION: 
COMMENT: Foot and Mouth disease precautions.  This 
report applies to the N. Corries only. Please use the N. 
Corries footpath for access and use the boot disinfectant 
supplied near the ski area base.  Avoid contact with 
reindeer.







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