Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Nov 30th, 2016 5:05PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold. Known problems include Wind Slabs.

jsmith, Avalanche Canada

Purcells.

Be on the lookout for lingering wind slabs in the alpine. Avoid likely trigger spots such as shallow, rocky, wind affected areas. Please post your observations to the MIN.

Summary

Confidence

Weather Forecast

THURSDAY: Mix of sun and cloud / Light northwesterly winds / Freezing level at valley bottom. FRIDAY: Light snow / Moderate westerly winds / Freezing level around 1000 m. SATURDAY: Light snow / Moderate to strong westerly winds / Freezing level around 900 m.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches were reported on Tuesday, however, there is currently limited data for this region. Please report your observations to the Mountain Information Network(MIN).

Snowpack Summary

Observations are limited in this region. Expect to find wind slabs in wind affected alpine terrain, especially below ridge tops. The crust formed in mid-November is down 60-80 cm. Average snowpack depths at treeline are 70-150 cm with generally less snow in the southern portions of the region. Early season hazards such as stumps, rocks, and open creeks remain the primary hazards below treeline.

Problems

Wind Slabs

Lingering wind slabs may still be reactive to human triggers.

Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff or 'slabby'.Use ridges or ribs to avoid pockets of wind loaded snow.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South, South West.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Dec 1st, 2016 2:00PM