Avalanche forecast

Kananaskis

Apr 15 – 16, 2013Alberta Parks
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Watch for continued reverse wind loading with persistent NE winds.NOTE: Bulletins will now be issued sporadically until the end of April.

Avalanche problems

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    1–3
    Sluffing is occurring in steep terrain on all aspects. Be aware of overhead terrain.

  • Storm Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–4
    Storm slabs up to 60cm thick are present at and above treeline in lee and cross-loaded features. Thin slabs are also found on South aspects due to recent Northerly winds. Carefully evaluate the bond between these slabs and the crusts beneath.

Confidence

Fair - Due to limited field observations

Weather Forecast

Light flurries will continue Monday night, with scattered light flurries on Tuesday. Winds are expected to be moderate to strong from the East and temperatures will remain cool.

Avalanche Summary

Nothing new was observed or reported, but observations were very limited today.

Snowpack Summary

Recent storm snow continues to settle. Soft slabs are present in lee and cross-loaded features at alpine and treeline, and isolated thin slabs are also found on S aspects. Previously formed crusts persist.

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