Watch for shallow, rocky areas, where triggering is more likely.
Wind slabs are still a concern in the Alpine and Treeline elevation bands. Multiple layers of wind slab may be found in wind prone areas.
This layer is still out there, and is most concerning in shallow, rocky areas.
Wednesday morning will start out cold at -18c and expected to warm up to -4c. Skies will be a mix of sun and cloud, along with light westerly winds. The forecast snow by Wednesday afternoon is a whopping 2cm.
One size 3 natural on a NE aspects near Galatea creek that started around 2700m. This occurred sometime Tuesday morning.
We still have a winter snow pack with widespread wind slabs dominating the alpine and open areas at treeline. Soft slabs can be found when you transition into tree line. The midpack remains strong while the basal facets are weak. Isolated sun crust can be found on solar aspects. If the sun comes out, solar aspect slopes can become a concern.
