Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Nov 6th, 2015 4:00PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold.

deryl kelly, Parks Canada

Jasper.

Dribbles of snow continuing though the forecast region. Valley bottom ice climbs still forming. Check for more up to date changes on Parks Mountain Safety Facebook and Twitter @ParksMntSafety

Summary

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

Very minimal coverage in the Icefields area ranging from 5 to 15cm; inconsistent deeper pockets where the wind has transported it. Minimal coverage on the glaciers. Lower elevation ice climbs are still forming. To protect sensitive vegetation, Parks Canada is asking users to avoid skiing or riding at Parkers Ridge until coverage reaches 50cm.

Avalanche Summary

Sluffing, heavy at times has been reported on Alpine routes in the Icefields area. No slab avalanches observed.

Confidence

Valid until: Nov 7th, 2015 4:00PM