Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Nov 25th, 2013 4:00PM
The alpine rating is Wind Slabs.
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems includeIsolated areas have reached threshold values and could produce avalanches. Very early season conditions exist. Rocks, stump, and alders would make for dangerous skiing BTL. Call 403 859 2224 during business hours for further information.
Summary
Weather Forecast
Forecasts call for warm, windy, and dry conditions for the period.
Snowpack Summary
In Alpine areas October snow now forms a firm basal layers. Through November several snowfalls have accumulated above these layers most of which have settled rapidly with warm conditions. Last week brought about 20cm of snow with strong W winds that created windslabs. Warm temperatures since this time are encouraging settlement.
Avalanche Summary
Very little observed activity with few opportunities to make observations.
Confidence
Due to the number of field observations
Problems
Wind Slabs
Windslabs can be found in lee areas near ridgelines and in cross loaded gully features. Be cautious of triggering these pockets in the hunt for early season snow.
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Nov 28th, 2013 4:00PM