Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 12th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Storm Slabs.
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Avalanche Canada
Recent snowfall continues to stabilize and bond with the underlying crust.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been reported in this region.
If you do go into the backcountry, please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Approximately 30 to 40 cm of new snow has buried a widespread, thick crust at higher elevations.
The mid and lower snowpack are well-settled and strong.
At lower elevations, conditions remain rugged with a shallow snowpack and largely wet snow surfaces.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C. Freezing level 1200 m.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 to 40 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C. Freezing level 1000 m.
Wednesday
Sunny. 30 to 50 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
Thursday
Mostly sunny. 40 to 60 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -11 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff and/or slabby.
- Closely monitor how the new snow is bonding to the crust.
- Expect shallow snow cover that barely covers ground roughness.
Problems
Storm Slabs
Recent snow may be creating cohesive slabs atop a widespread crust.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 13th, 2024 4:00PM
