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Avalanche Forecast

Jan 31st, 2017–Feb 1st, 2017
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
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
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: South Coast.

Watch for wind loaded features above terrain traps like cliffs and gullies.

Confidence

High - The weather pattern is stable

Weather Forecast

The high pressure continues, resulting in a fairly benign pattern until Friday.Wednesday/ Thursday: Mostly sunny with alpine temperatures near -4. Ridgetop winds will be light from the northeast. Friday: A mix of sun and cloud with light precipitation amounts. Alpine high of -1 and ridgetop winds light from the southwest.

Avalanche Summary

No recent avalanche observations have been reported. Reactive wind slabs may linger in exposed alpine features.

Snowpack Summary

Up to 10 cm of heavy snow fell in the region last weekend. Current cold temperatures have formed  a solid surface crust at lower elevations. At higher elevations, small wind slabs may be lingering in the lee of exposed ridges. The mid and lower snowpack are settled and well bonded.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Watch for wind slabs lingering in exposed alpine features and avoid terrain traps such as cliffs and gullies.
Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.Avoid exposure to terrain traps where the consequences of a small avalanche could be serious.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 2