Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 1st, 2015 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Deep Persistent Slabs.
aaron beardmore,
Parks Canada
Modest accumulations of snow are expected over the next few days (~15cm). Be mindful of localized windslab development at high elevations over the next few days.
Summary
Weather Forecast
Light amounts of snow will accumulate in the forecast region over the next few days (~15-20cm). The associated wind will be blowing lightly out of the west. These small inputs will keep the danger rating at moderate in the alpine.
Snowpack Summary
5-15cm low density snow now sit on the Jan 30 crust at 2300m and higher. Isolated soft slabs 15-30cm thick and of little consequence can still be found in the alpine. Basal depth hoar is still a layer of concern in the region, and is giving moderate to hard compression results.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches observed or reported today.
Confidence
Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain on Tuesday
Problems
Deep Persistent Slabs
Despite the low danger ratings, the base of the snowpack remains weak due to basal depth hoar/facets. Consider this layer carefully when looking to travel in aggressive terrain, especially in thin, rocky areas.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 2nd, 2015 4:00PM
