Avalanche Forecast
Nov 22nd, 2011–Nov 23rd, 2011
Alpine
4:
High
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be high
Treeline
4:
High
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be high
Below Treeline
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be considerable
Alpine
4:
High
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be high
Treeline
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be considerable
Below Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
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
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Regions: Banff Yoho Kootenay.
The avalanche danger has increased due to recent storm snow, high winds and rising temperatures. Extra caution and conservative decision making is required.
Weather Forecast
Snowpack Summary
Avalanche Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Problems
Storm Slabs
25-30 cm of storm snow has fallen in the past 24 hours. This storm snow in combination with strong southerly winds have created touchy avalanche conditions at the treeline and above elevations. Conditions will worsen as more snow is expected on Wed.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Likely
Expected Size: 2 - 3