Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 21st, 2025 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
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Wind slabs are the main concern. Be extra cautious of wind loading in shallow rocky start zones where it is mostly likely to produce an unexpected avalanche.
Summary
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanche activity has been reported in the past few days.
Keep posting your observations to the Mountain Information Network!
Snowpack Summary
Surface snow is likely predominantly wind-affected, with recent light snow and elevated wind.
Limited soft snow may be found on the surface in more sheltered areas above 1500 m.
The snowpack in this region is otherwise shallow with the middle and base mostly made up of weak, sugary faceted crystals along with a crust near the base of the snowpack.
Weather Summary
Tuesday Night
Cloudy with clear breaks. 25 to 45 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline high temperature -12 °C.
Wednesday
Cloudy with sunny breaks. 25 to 50 km/h west and southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline high temperature -7 °C.
Thursday
Mainly cloudy with isolated flurries, accumulation 1-3 cm. 30 to 50 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline high temperature -4 °C.
Friday
Mix of sun and cloud. 20 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline high temperature -5 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Avoid shallow snowpack areas, rocky outcrops, and steep terrain where triggering is most likely.
- Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Winds are forecast to increase building fresh slabs from loose snow. Older deposits of wind-loaded snow in shallow, rocky areas should be treated with caution.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 22nd, 2025 4:00PM
