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Avalanche Forecast

Feb 16th, 2013–Feb 17th, 2013

Alpine

3: Considerable

The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable

Treeline

2: Moderate

The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate

Below Treeline

1: Low

The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Alpine

3: Considerable

The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable

Treeline

2: Moderate

The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate

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

2: Moderate

The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate

Below Treeline

1: Low

The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Kananaskis.

Up to 10cm of new snow with light winds expected Sunday. This should do little to change the current danger rating, but keep an eye on localized conditions, especially if the winds are stronger than forecasted.

Confidence

Fair - Timing, track, or intensity of incoming weather is uncertain

Weather Forecast

Up to 10cm of new snow is expected through the day on sunday. Winds will decrease in speed to the light range out of the NW. Alpine temperatures around -12 on Sunday. Monday should bring a clearing trend with colder temperatures and light winds.

Avalanche Summary

Nothing new but visibility was limited.

Snowpack Summary

Soft slab formation continues in the alpine and open areas at treeline due to continued winds and light snowfalls. Slabs up to 70cm thick are present in lee and cross-loaded terrain. Some cornice formation has also occurred. At lower altitudes the snowpack remains weak and facetted.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Wind slabs are present in lee and cross loaded features in the alpine and open areas at treeline. These slabs are 30 to 70cm thick and are reactive to skier traffic.

Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.>Avoid unsupported slopes.>Avoid lee and cross-loaded terrain near ridge crests.>

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

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible - Likely

Expected Size: 2 - 5