Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 14th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
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Avalanche Canada
Assess steep lines at upper elevations for wind slab.
Summary
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches have been reported since Monday.
Snowpack Summary
A variety of conditions can be found in exposed terrain at treeline and above including crusty and wind effected surfaces. In sheltered terrain there is up to 5 cm of snow on top of a breakable crust. In isolated areas in the alpine, hard wind slabs overlie sugary facets above a crust and may be susceptible to human triggering.
The remainder of the snowpack is generally not concerning.
check out this MIN from our field team.
Weather Summary
Wednesday Night
Clear skies with no new snow expected. 15 to 30 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -8°C.
Thursday
Sunny with no new snow expected. 15 to 35 km/h east alpine wind. Treeline temperature -7°C.
Friday
Sunny with no new snow expected. 40 to 60 km/h southeast alpine wind. Treeline temperature -6°C.
Saturday
Mostly sunny with no new snow expected. 10 to 30 km/h southeast alpine wind. Treeline temperature -9°C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Seek out sheltered terrain where new snow hasn't been wind-affected.
- Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff and/or slabby.
- Even a small avalanche can be harmful if it pushes you into an obstacle or a terrain trap.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Rider triggerable wind slab may still be found in the alpine. These slabs could be more reactive where they overlie facets.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 15th, 2024 4:00PM
