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Avalanche Forecast

Jan 18th, 2022–Jan 19th, 2022
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
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.

Some fresh snow has helped improve the ski quality through out the region. Enjoy what should be a sunny, beautifully cold day tomorrow.

Confidence

Moderate -

Weather Forecast

The cold air has arrived. -20 and Light winds out of the NW will keep things chilly. Mostly clear sky's expected for Wednesday.

Avalanche Summary

Forecasters noted a Loose dry avalanche cycle up to size 1.5 today. Almost all originating from steep E aspects in the alpine, and not running all that far.

1 wind slab Sz 2 East aspect in the alpine (2500m start zone) avalanche noted in the Goat range

Snowpack Summary

10-15cm of snow fell Monday night. This snow fell with very light winds. This is sitting on top of a variety of wind pressed surfaces and bare rock. Use caution as the ground may be closer then you think in some location!

Terrain and Travel

  • Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind affected terrain.
  • Be aware of the potential for large avalanches due to the presence of a persistent slab.
  • Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.
  • Even a small avalanche can be harmful if it pushes you into an obstacle or a terrain trap.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Buried and surface wind slabs are found virtually everywhere. Convex or unsupported terrain are areas of concern.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1.5 - 2.5