Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Nov 16th, 2023 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs and Loose Dry.
TJ,
Avalanche Canada
Short term highway closures will occur around Parker Ridge on the Icefields Parkway on Friday. No access to Panther Falls or Bridal Veil Falls will be available.
Summary
Confidence
Weather Summary
Friday
A mix of sun and cloud with isolated flurries.
Precipitation: Trace.
Alpine temperature: High -2 °C.
Ridge wind southwest: 15 km/h.
Freezing level: 2000 metres.
Saturday
A mix of sun and cloud.
Alpine temperature: Low -5 °C, High -3 °C.
Ridge wind southwest: 10 km/h.
Freezing level: 1800 metres.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Be aware of the potential for loose avalanches in steep terrain where snow hasn't formed a slab.
- Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Snow and wind loading with gusting winds created a wind slab hazard. The team has limited snowpack observations yet tests show the base is weak and the new snow interface is uncertain. Remain vigilant for reactive and changing conditions.
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, West, North West.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Loose Dry
Use caution in steep, sheltered areas. Ice climbers should mindful of their overhead hazard.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Nov 17th, 2023 4:00PM
