Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 19th, 2021 3:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
Mikey,
Avalanche Canada
Fair skiing can be found in very sheltered areas. The wind has affected most open areas.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate -
Weather Forecast
Wednesday Forecast: Strong West winds up to 75km/hr along with mainly cloudy skies and the odd flurry. The high will be -10c in the morning and dropping to -22c by night time.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches were observed along the Spray corridor.
Snowpack Summary
Widespread wind slabs in the alpine and into tree line. The very strong winds over the last 2 days might just lay down another slab if there is any snow left to transport. The cornices are large for this time of year.
Terrain and Travel
- Be careful with wind slabs, especially in steep, unsupported and/or convex terrain features.
- Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff and/or slabby.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Tuesday/Wednesday strong West winds might lay down another wind slab.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 20th, 2021 3:00PM
