The old wind slabs can still be released in some cases in particular on wind-protected shady slopes and at intermediate and high altitudes. They are poorly bonded with the old snowpack. The avalanche prone locations are to be found especially in gullies and bowls, and behind abrupt changes in the terrain and in steep rocky terrain. Sometimes the avalanches are medium-sized.

As the day progresses the likelihood of gliding avalanches and wet snow slides being released will increase gradually on very steep sunny slopes in all altitude zones. Medium-sized and, in isolated cases, large natural avalanches are possible.

Backcountry touring and other off-piste activities call for meticulous route selection. Apart from the danger of being buried, restraint should be exercised as well in view of the danger of avalanches sweeping people along and giving rise to falls.