Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Nov 3rd, 2021 4:00PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold.

Timothy Johnson,

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Forecasting teams are monitoring daily. However, there is insufficient observations and not enough snow to reliably rate the danger. Until there is please use Weather Stations, the ACMG MCR, and the MIN or ask for Visitor Safety at 780-852-6155.

Summary

Weather Forecast

Expect the current alternation of cold fronts and sunny spells to continue. Watch fluctuating freezing levels warmer periods can rain leave crusts, which may act as future sliding layers. Avalanche Canada offers a regional forecast (https://www.avalanche.ca/weather/forecast). Detailed local forecasts are available on SpotWX (https://spotwx.com/)

Snowpack Summary

Watch out for alpine areas as they gain enough snow for avalanches over the next couple of weeks. Alpine bowls, gullies, and around ridgelines are classic spots for early season avalanches. Many open crevasses are hidden by thin bridges of wind-blown snow. Roping up, diligent probing, and experience are critical for glacier travel. More info.

Avalanche Summary

Danger is highest after new snowfall, rain, or wind transport - expect increased avalanche activity during, and for 24hrs after such events. Use extra caution where slabs lie over alpine ice. Do your own avalanche forecasting; carry a transceiver, shovel & probe and practice.

Confidence

Valid until: Nov 4th, 2021 4:00PM

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