Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Mar 17th, 2015 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
aaron beardmore,
Avalanche Canada
Summary
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
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
Expected Size
Valid until: Mar 18th, 2015 4:00PM
