Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Dec 2nd, 2018 4:00PM

The alpine rating is low, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is below threshold. Known problems include Deep Persistent Slabs.

Parks Canada deryl kelly, Parks Canada

Seasonal daytime temperatures with cold nights. No new snow in the forecast.

Summary

Weather Forecast

Light NE winds and a mix of sun and cloud. Seasonal daytime temperatures near -10, with cold (good ice building temps) nights. Click here for a detailed mountain weather forecast from Avalanche Canada

Snowpack Summary

Alpine heavily wind affected. The October 25 crust, found 40cm off the ground in most places, has not produced any recent avalanche reports or noted activity in the region.

Avalanche Summary

No new activity observed or reported. Remember to share the conditions found on your trip this weekend with Avalanche Canada's, Mountain Information Network

Confidence

Due to the number of field observations

Problems

Deep Persistent Slabs

An icon showing Deep Persistent Slabs
Although currently dormant, it would be wise to assess the strength of the interfaces above & below the October 25 crust before entering committing lines. This layer exists on most skiable slopes.
Ride slopes one at a time and spot for your partners from safe locations.Watch for whumpfing, hollow sounds, and shooting cracks.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Dec 3rd, 2018 4:00PM