Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Mar 3 – 4, 2012Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sat
Sun
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
3 · Considerable
Below
2 · Moderate
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Highlights

Snow amounts are uncertain over the next few days; however, accumulations may be enough to tip the scales where the surface hoar layer exists buried and preserved.

Avalanche problems

  • Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    2–3
    Open slopes on Northeast to South aspects may have persistent slabs that are sitting on the Valentine's Day surface hoar. 10-15cm of snow may arrive Friday into Saturday which may overload the surface hoar layer increasing natural activity.

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

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Confidence

Timing, track, or intensity of incoming weather system is uncertain on Saturday

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