Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 2nd, 2022 3:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
Mikey,
Avalanche Canada
Expect fresh wind slabs to form with the incoming snow and strong winds. Good skiing can be found in sheltered areas. Approach Tree line and the Alpine with caution.
Summary
Confidence
Weather Forecast
Monday: Expect 10-15cm of snow with a steady temperature of -10c. Winds are forecast to be strong from the SW so expect some of that snow to be exported to Saskatchewan or added to our wind slabs in the alpine.
Tuesday: Another 8cm of snow with a temperature of -15c and this time we'll keep the snow with the winds diminishing.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been observed or reported.
Snowpack Summary
Strong winds over the last 2 days have created widespread wind slabs in the alpine and open areas of tree line. Tuesday is forecast for snow and strong SW winds which will only add to the wind slab problem. The December 2 crust is down 60-90cm and has been rotting out with facets on both sides of the crust. This is starting to be more on our radar because we are starting to get a much denser layer over the Dec 2 crust. Take the time to dig and see what the layers are doing.
Terrain and Travel
- Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind affected terrain.
- Be careful with wind slabs, especially in steep, unsupported and/or convex terrain features.
- Avoid slopes that sound hollow or drum-like.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Widespread in the alpine. Expect deeper slabs near ridgelines and lee features.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 3rd, 2022 3:00PM
