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 Wind Slabs.
isnowsell,
Avalanche Canada
Be on the lookout for recent wind slab formation across various aspects and elevations.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
Several explosive and skier-triggered storm slab avalanches occurred on Sunday, up to size 2, on a variety of aspects and elevations.
If you do go into the backcountry, please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Roughly 20 to 30 cm of recent snow has been redistributed by strong northerly winds in the alpine. At treeline and above, in wind-sheltered terrain, the new snow sits atop variable old surfaces, including large surface hoar crystals. In wind-exposed terrain and areas below treeline the new snow sits atop a widespread, thick crust.
The mid and lower snowpack remains well-bonded with no layers of concern.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Clear skies. 10 to 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.
Wednesday
Sunny. 40 to 60 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
Thursday
Sunny. 50 to 70 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Stay off recently wind loaded slopes until they have had a chance to stabilize.
- Be aware of the potential for larger than expected storm slabs due to the presence of buried surface hoar.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Recent snow may sit atop weak surface hoar crystals or a crust and has likely been redistributed by strong northerly winds.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 13th, 2024 4:00PM
