Yukon

Lingering wind slabs may be possible to human trigger on lee features.

Avoid steep, rocky, and wind-affected areas where triggering slabs is more likely.

Moderate

• We are uncertain due to a limited number of field observations.

No new avalanches were reported on Monday. However, observations in this region are very limited.

If you head out into the backcountry, let us know what you're seeing by submitting a MIN report.

Cornices are large and looming. Avoid traveling underneath them.

Up to 10 cm of new snow overlies heavily wind-affected surfaces in open areas at all elevations. Up to 50 cm of snow can be found in sheltered areas.

A mid-February crust or facet layer can be found 50 to 70 cm down, and the late January crust/surface hoar layer is buried 50 to 100 cm down. These layers have shown no recent reactivity.

Facets or depth hoar exist at the base of the snowpack and may be a concern in inland areas, where the snowpack is generally shallower.

Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy. 0 to 5 cm of snow. 20 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -14 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly cloudy. 0 to 10 cm of snow. 30 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -14 °C.

Thursday
Mostly cloudy. 0 to 5 cm of snow. 40 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -11 °C.

Friday
Mix of sun and clouds. 0 to 5 cm of snow. 40 km/h south ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -10 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Avoid steep, rocky, and wind-affected areas where triggering slabs is more likely.
• Recent wind has varied in direction, so watch for wind slabs on all aspects.
• Use ridges or ribs to avoid areas of wind-loaded snow.
• Wind slabs are most reactive during their formation.