Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 17th, 2020 2:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs and Deep Persistent Slabs.
Mikey,
Avalanche Canada
Good skiing can be found at most elevations.The alpine should be approached with caution as wind slabs can be found on all aspects.
Summary
Confidence
High -
Weather Forecast
Tuesday is forecast to be a mix of sun and cloud. In the Alpine, expect the temperature to rise to -10c, along with light to moderate NW winds. Â
Wednesday is expected to be warmer, mostly sunny and light NW winds.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been observed.
Snowpack Summary
The alpine consists of about 20cm of recent snow and wind slabs. The recent variable winds have created some wind slabs in unusual places; be on the lookout for these as you transition into the Alpine, especially on lee features and cross loaded gullies. A strong mid pack sits on the November crust/facet layer that makes up the bottom 40cm of the snow pack. This layer could be triggered in thin areas in the alpine or by large loads.
Terrain and Travel
- Be careful with wind loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and roll-overs.
- Avoid travelling on slopes below cornices.
- Approach lee and cross-loaded slopes with caution.
- Avalanche hazard may have improved, but be mindful that deep instabilities are still present.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Windslabs up to 30cm thick should be expected in alpine areas. Due to the variable winds of late, these slabs are being observed on all aspects.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Deep Persistent Slabs
The weak basal layers are still a concern.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 18th, 2020 4:00PM
