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Avalanche Forecast

Mar 17th, 2015–Mar 18th, 2015
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Little Yoho.

Weather Forecast

Cloudy skies and calm wind are expected over the next few days. On Friday small amounts of precip are expected. Unexpected bursts of solar energy will have a large impact this time of year.

Snowpack Summary

Wind slabs up to 30cm's have been observed at TL and Alpine locations. The mid pack and base of the snowpack is well settled and well bonded overall. Surface crusts exist below 1900m

Avalanche Summary

No natural avalanches have been reported recently.

Confidence

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Windslabs are becoming less touchy. Expect to encounter more hard slabs than soft based on recent strong wind.

  • The new snow will require several days to settle and stabilize.
  • Watch for whumpfing, hollow sounds, and shooting cracks.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 2