Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 26th, 2023 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Storm Slabs and Loose Dry.
MH,
Avalanche Canada
Fresh storm slabs now bury a layer of facets and will likely remain reactive for a few days. Assess the snowpack before stepping into bigger terrain.
Excellent snow quality is found in sheltered areas.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
A natural avalanche cycle occurred early Sunday morning up to size 3 and artillery avalanche control on Sunday produced results up to size 3.
Snowpack Summary
15-25cm of new snow buries old wind slab in the alpine and a thin layer of facets. Excellent snow quality found in sheltered locations.
The deep persistent weakness near the base of the snowpack consists of rounding facets and a decomposing crust in some locations.
Weather Summary
Monday will have a mix of sun and cloud with a chance of isolated flurries. Alpine temps will range from -12 to -18 with ridgetop winds 15-25km/hr from the South West.
Small amounts of snow for Tuesday and Thursday.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Storm slabs in motion may step down to deeper layers resulting in large avalanches.
- Loose avalanches may start small but they can grow and push you into dangerous terrain.
- Use appropriate sluff management techniques.
Problems
Storm Slabs
15-25cm of new snow and moderate South West winds have formed fresh storm slabs. Pay attention to changing conditions when entering tree line and alpine terrain, as slabs will likely be deeper in wind deposited areas.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Loose Dry
Watch for dry loose avalanches in steep terrain. Be aware of people above and below you and manage your group appropriately.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 27th, 2023 4:00PM
