Avalanche Forecast

Issued: May 6th, 2024 4:00PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold. Known problems include Loose Wet and Deep Persistent Slabs.

Avalanche Canada DK, Avalanche Canada

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The snowpack is melting, and rivers and creeks are starting to flow.

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Summary

Confidence

High

Weather Summary

Weather Forecast is available at Environment Canada, and Avalanche Canada

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • The likelihood of deep persistent slab avalanches will increase with each day of warm weather.
  • Minimize your exposure time below cornices.

Problems

Loose Wet

An icon showing Loose Wet

Rising temperatures and sun in combination with the new snowfall may increase the problem's potential. Be aware of the potential for loose wet or dry avalanches in steep terrain where snow hasn't bonded.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Possible - Likely

Expected Size

1 - 2

Deep Persistent Slabs

An icon showing Deep Persistent Slabs

There is a lot of uncertainty in the reactivity and likelihood of the basal layer being triggered. Warm temperatures penetrating deeper into the snowpack may tickle this deep instability.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Unlikely

Expected Size

2 - 3.5

Valid until: Jun 1st, 2024 4:00PM

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