Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Dec 2nd, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is Wind Slabs.
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems includeUse caution when navigating steep, wind-affected terrain.
Field observations are limited—if you’re in the mountains, please share your MIN reports with us!
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
Small wind slabs (size 1) have been triggered with ski cutting and explosives in the past few days.
Snowpack Summary
40 to 60 cm of snow remains soft in sheltered areas, but may have formed reactive slabs in wind-affected terrain. A crust exists near the ground, with total snow depths of 100 to 150 cm at treeline.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Mainly clear. 15 to 30 km/h west ridge top wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Tuesday
Mainly clear. 10 to 15 km/h southwest ridge top winds. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Wednesday
Mainly clear. 10 to 15 km/h southwest ridge top wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Thursday
A mix of sun and cloud. 15 to 25 km/h southwest ridge top wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be careful as you transition into wind-affected terrain.
- Seek out sheltered terrain where new snow hasn't been affected by wind.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Wind from the west may have formed wind slabs along ridgelines and in exposed terrain.
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 3rd, 2024 4:00PM