Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Apr 5th, 2018 3:53PM

The alpine rating is moderate, the treeline rating is moderate, and the below treeline rating is low. Known problems include Storm Slabs.

pgoddard, Avalanche Canada

South Coast.

Avalanche activity is possible on steep solar aspects if the sun peeks out.

Summary

Confidence

Moderate - Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain

Weather Forecast

FRIDAY: Light snow, falling as rain below about 1700 m. Light southerly winds. Freezing level near 1800 m.SATURDAY: Light snow, falling as rain below about 1800 m. Light winds. Freezing level near 1900 m.SUNDAY: Light snow. Light winds. Freezing level near 1200 m.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches have been reported.

Snowpack Summary

Rain fell on the snowpack below treeline on Thursday. Snow fell at higher elevations, potentially creating new storm slabs. Recent snow overlies variable surfaces including crusts and facets, which are more likely to be problematic on shady aspects. The mid and lower snowpack are generally strong.At treeline and below, a strong spring snowpack exists. Rain may break down surface crusts, but the snowpack is expected to regain strength once the temperature drops again.

Problems

Storm Slabs

Storm slabs could be triggered with the weight of a person in alpine areas.

Use conservative route selection: choose moderate angled and supported terrain with low consequence.Minimize exposure during periods of heavy loading from new snow, wind or rain.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Possible - Likely

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Apr 6th, 2018 2:00PM