Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Jasper.
Weather Forecast
Moderate snow falls, increased wind and the potential for rapid warming are in the forecast for the weekend. Accumulations may be in excess of 25 cm at higher elevation near the Columbia Icefield Area.Â
Snowpack Summary
The new snow has come in cold and with very little wind. Field tests at tree line today showed an easy failure of the mid pack over basal facets and depth hoar but nothing related to the storm snow. With the forecast rising temperatures, new snow and increased wind we anticipate the avalanche danger to rise at all elevations over the weekend.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches observed.
Confidence
Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain
Avalanche Problems
Loose Dry
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood: Likely
Expected Size: 1 - 2
Wind Slabs
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South, South West, West.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible
Expected Size: 1 - 3