Wind slabs are a concern on all aspects from recent variable winds.
Check steep lines for signs of wind loading before dropping in, and keep safe travel habits in mind at all danger levels
Recent winds have formed slabs on all aspects; however, the most reactive are likely found in south to east facing terrain. Approach ridgelines, mid slope rolls and crossloaded features with caution.
On Monday,
Numerous small (up to size 1.5) human triggered avalanches were reported on all aspects.
2 large (size 2.5) natural avalanches were reported on south aspects in the alpine.
Explosive control in the region continues to produce large avalanches (to size 3)
Recent snowfall has been redistributed into deeper deposits at higher elevations by strong winds. In the Monashees, a crust is buried 30-40 cm deep.
The prominent mid December crust is buried up to 110 cm deep and is present up to 2300 m. Several weak layers persist in the lower snowpack, but concern is limited to higher-elevation terrain where the crust above is absent. Triggering is considered unlikely, except with large loads.
Tuesday Night
Clear skies. 25 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Thursday
Mix of sun and clouds. 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Friday
Mostly cloudy. up to 5 cm of snow. 10 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
