Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Oct 31st, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating isIt's early season conditions out there. Watch out for hidden hazards; rocks, trees and stumps lie just below the surface.
Alpine Climbers and Ice Climbers - be mindful of wind slabs and snow loaded features.
Summary
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Snowpack Summary
The early season snowpack is quite variable, ranging from areas that are snow free, to gullies and lee features that are snow loaded. Expect wind slabs where deeper pockets of snow exist.
On glaciers, crevasses are hidden by thin snow bridges. Roping up, diligent probing, and experience are critical for glacier travel.
Weather Summary
Early season conditions exist with new snow in the alpine around the Icefields.Â
Use Weather Stations, the ACMG Mountain Condition Reports, Environment Canada regional forecast or call Parks Canada Visitor Safety at 780-852-6155
Valid until: Nov 8th, 2024 4:00PM