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Avalanche Forecast

Nov 17th, 2020–Nov 18th, 2020
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Kananaskis.

Wind slabs continue forming in the Alpine. Still early season conditions with hazards hiding just below the snow surface.

Confidence

Moderate -

Weather Forecast

Wednesday is expected to bring light flurries with temperatures steadily dropping to -7c throughout the day. The strong SW winds will continue for the day and easing by evening. Light snow is expected for Thursday.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches were observed today.

Snowpack Summary

Lower elevation skiing is hazardous. The November 5 crust is carrying the weight of skiers in most areas. The strong SW winds from Wednesday will continue into Thursday afternoon, only to add to the wind slab problem. Lee features will be an area of conern.

Terrain and Travel

  • Be careful as you transition into wind affected terrain.
  • Approach lee and cross-loaded slopes with caution.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Continued winds and warmer temps will be forming slabs in most open areas. 

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood: Likely

Expected Size: 1.5 - 2.5