100 cm of storm snow over the weekend is still very sensitive! Stick to low angle terrain and away from big slopes.
Problemas de aludes
Storm Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
Alta montaña
Límite del bosque
Bajo el límite del bosque
Probabilidad
Likely
Tamaño
1–4
Thick storm slabs can be found on all aspects at treeline and above.
Deep Persistent Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
Alta montaña
Límite del bosque
Bajo el límite del bosque
Probabilidad
Possible - Likely
Tamaño
1–4
This layer remains a concern in isolated areas above treeline and may be triggered by large loads.
Weather Forecast
Light snow beginning Monday afternoon with 10 cm possible with light SW winds. Clearing and cooling on Tuesday and then very warm conditions into the weekend.
Snowpack Summary
Huge variation in the snowpack across the forecast region!! The Icefields Area received around 1 meter of snow since Friday while areas to the north received much less. Sensitive storm slab can be found on all aspects at treeline and above. Rain and freezing rain fell below treeline in most areas.
Avalanche Summary
The natural avalanche cycle continues with slides up to 2.5 involving the new storm snow. Avalanche control efforts along the Icefields Parkway produced large avalanches around Polar Circus.
Confidence
Timing or intensity of solar radiation is uncertain on Tuesday