Avalanche Forecast
Mar 16th, 2012–Mar 17th, 2012
Alpine
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be considerable
Below Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Alpine
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Alpine
3:
Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
2:
Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Regions: Jasper.
Cold East winds and light flurries is expected for Saturday. Watch for reverse loading conditions as alot of snow is available for transport.
Weather Forecast
Snowpack Summary
Avalanche Summary
Confidence
Wind effect is extremely variable on Saturday
Avalanche Problems
Storm Slabs
Variable direction moderate alpine winds continue to form slabs on lee aspects. 15cm last night makes for 70cm since march 12th. Triggering the slab has the potential to step down to the buried surface hoar layer 80-120cm down.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood: Possible - Likely
Expected Size: 1 - 3
Persistent Slabs
Natural activity is reduced; however, slopes that did not slide during March 6th avalanche cycle should be treated with caution. The buried surface hoar layer remains a concern.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood: Possible
Expected Size: 2 - 4