Lawinenlagebericht

Vancouver Island

Feb 14 – 15, 2024Avalanche Canada
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Lawinengefahr

Fri
Sat
Hochgebirge
1 · Gering
Waldgrenze
1 · Gering
Unterhalb
1 · Gering

Kernpunkte

Assess steep lines at upper elevations for wind slab.

Lawinenprobleme

  • Wind Slabs

    • Hochgebirge
    • Waldgrenze
    • Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
    Wahrscheinlichkeit
    Unlikely - Possible
    Größe
    1–1.5

    Wind slab could still be found on isolated features at higher elevations. These slabs could be more reactive if they overlie facets or surface hoar.

Confidence

Moderate

Avalanche Summary

No recent avalanches have been reported however some concerning test results have been reported. Check out this MIN.

Snowpack Summary

10 to 20 cm of recent storm snow has been redistributed into wind slabs in the alpine. This new snow overlies a variety of surfaces including a crust, facets and surface hoar.

The mid pack contains several other crusts.

Below treeline, most areas are below the threshold for forming avalanches.

 

Weather Summary

Tuesday Night

Clear skies with no new snow expected. 10 to 25 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -3°C.

Wednesday

Clear skies with no new snow expected. 25 to 45 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -4°C.

Thursday

A mix of sun and cloud with up to 5 cm of new snow possible. 20 to 40 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -4°C.

Friday

A mix of sun and cloud with up to 3 cm of new snow possible. 20 to 40 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -1°C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Seek out sheltered terrain where new snow hasn't been wind-affected.
  • Even a small avalanche can be harmful if it pushes you into an obstacle or a terrain trap.

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