Watch This Short Video About The North American Avalanche Danger Scale From The National Avalanche Center
The backcountry is appealing for winter activities like skiing and snowmobiling. Did you know that on average 45 people die in avalanche terrain in North America every year? It’s your responsibility to identify, understand, and play safely in avalanche terrain. To do this, you need to understand the North American Avalanche Danger Scale.
Avalanche terrain consists of snow covered slope greater than 30 degrees. Your risk in avalanche terrain is a function of vulnerability and exposure. The North American Avalanche Danger Scale is a tool used by avalanche forecasters to communicate the potential for avalanches to cause harm or injury travelers.
Learn more about the North American Avalanche Danger Zone in this short video:
There are five danger levels that provide a starting point for your backcountry travels:
- Low – Green
- Moderate – Yellow
- Considerable – Orange
- High – Red
- Extreme – Black
Remember that you are responsible for your own safety in the backcountry.
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