Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Apr 25th, 2019 3:46PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
jsmith,
Avalanche Canada
Any appearance of the strong April sun can initiate a loose wet avalanche cycle. The likelihood of loose wet avalanches increases as temperatures warm through the day and/or if the sun comes out for a prolonged period of time.
Summary
Confidence
Low - Due to the number of field observations
Weather Forecast
THURSDAY NIGHT: Cloudy / Light, southwesterly winds / Alpine low -2 C / Freezing level 1700 m.
FRIDAY: Cloudy with isolated alpine flurries; 0-5 cm. / Light, northwesterly winds / Alpine high 3 C / Freezing level 2000 m.
SATURDAY: Cloudy with alpine flurries; 3-10 cm. / Moderate, westerly winds / Alpine high -1 C / Freezing level 1700 m.
SUNDAY: Mix of sun and cloud / Light, northeasterly winds / Alpine high -1 C / Freezing level 1600 m.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches were reported in this region on Wednesday. However, there are currently no professional observers submitting daily observations. Please submit your observations to the MIN. Photos of avalanches or current conditions are particularly useful.
Snowpack Summary
As temperatures cool, we will enter a diurnal cycle during which the hazard will be low in the mornings, if there was a strong overnight freeze, and elevate throughout the day depending on warming and solar radiation. Hazard ratings are for the peak hazard expected during each day.
Check out this link for useful advice on managing avalanche hazard during spring conditions. HERE.
Problems
Loose Wet
Any appearance of the strong April sun can initiate a loose wet avalanche cycle. The likelihood of loose wet avalanches increases as temperatures warm through the day and/or if the sun comes out for a prolonged period of time.
- A moist/wet snow surface, pinwheeling and natural avalanches all indicate a weakening snowpack.
- Avoid exposure to terrain traps where the consequences of a small avalanche could be serious.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Apr 26th, 2019 2:00PM
