LOCHABER AVALANCHE HAZARD 1500 HRS THU 2/3/06 The continuing settled and dry conditions are gradually stabilising the snowpack. Areas of moderately bonded snow are present on many slopes, notably on steep South-East, South and South-West aspects above 1000m. The avalanche hazard is Moderate (Category 2). AVALANCHE HAZARD OUTLOOK FRI 3/3/06 Isolated snow showers are expected with light Northerly winds. Areas of moderately bonded snow will still be present on many slopes. Greatest accumulations will be on steep South-East, South and South-West aspects above 1000m. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate (Category 2). CLIMBING CONDITIONS SNOW DISTRIBUTION: Main accumulations above 600m. ICING: Remaining cold. COMMENT: Many routes on the Ben receiving ascents.