Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Nov 23 – 24, 2018Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sat
Sun
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
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Highlights

Trace amounts of precip in the forecast, not nearly enough for a reset of the terrain. Good riding can still be found on sheltered lee locations.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2
    New snow and wind will create windslab in lee features.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2.5
    Assume all skiable slopes have this crust, and assess the strength of the interface before jumping into any committing lines.

Weather Forecast

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Snowpack Summary

Traces of new snow with more small amounts expected over the weekend. The Oct 25 crust is 2-4cm thick and down 60 to 80cm with facets above and below it. Hard progressive collapse failures have been observed immediately below this crust in test profiles. Early season hazards lurking beneath the shallow snowpack remain a concern.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches observed or reported. Afternoon visibility poor.

Confidence

Regions covered