Avalanche Forecast

Issued: May 7th, 2014 4:00PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold. Known problems include Wind Slabs, Wet Slabs and Loose Wet.

Parks Canada a.l. horton, Parks Canada

Jasper's daily avalanche bulletin service has concluded for the summer season.  Please contact Jasper Visitor Safety staff at (780) 852 6155 for trip planning assistance and advice.

Summary

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

Avalanche Summary

Confidence

Problems

Wind Slabs

An icon showing Wind Slabs
New snow and wind can create windslab conditions through out the summer season. Monitor the weather and pay attention to avalanche activity for clues to slab sensitivity.
Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Possible

Expected Size

1 - 3

Wet Slabs

An icon showing Wet Slabs
Wet slab avalanche conditions are possible especially on hot sunny days.
Avoid sun exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong, especially if snow is moist or wet.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Possible

Expected Size

1 - 3

Loose Wet

An icon showing Loose Wet
Loose wet avalanches are possible especially on warm sunny days. Snow filled gulley features or gulleys below snow filled slopes should be avoided.
Be very cautious with gully features.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: May 8th, 2014 4:00PM