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So just what are the definitions of the various avalanche risk numbers
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We all know 5=bad Sad 1=good snowHead
But there's far more to it, than "don't go off piste if it's over 3"
This is a measure of just what kinds of slope constitute major risk.
Do different countries(or even regions) have different definitions and if so, how closely do they tally?

Apparently in Austria:

5: snow cover is very unstable and that avalanches could occur even in moderately steep areas without any triggering factor.

4: snow slides could occur spontaneously in steep areas and could easily be triggered by any disturbance, such as skiers.
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Here's the scale, explained by the Scottish Avalanche Information Service.

It's an international standard.
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