Avalanche forecast

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May 4 – 6, 2024Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
2 · Moderate
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Highlights

New snow has been running as Loose wet avalanches that have the potential to be destructive and run far. When the sun comes out, expect stability to rapidly deteriorate.

Avalanche problems

  • Loose Wet

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    1–2

    Wet loose avalanches are possible whenever the sun hits the recently snow covered slopes.

Snowpack Summary

Up to 60cm of recent storm snow has settled fast with the warmer temperatures. Be cautious of loose wet avalanches if the sun comes out.

Weather Summary

Rain to begin Sunday morning, turning to snow early next week. Forecast amounts up to 15cm by Wednesday.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Keep in mind that wet avalanches can be destructive due to their high density.
  • If triggered loose wet avalanches may step down to deeper layers resulting in larger avalanches.

Confidence

Moderate

Avalanche Summary

A natural Loose wet cycle was observed over the past 24hrs on all aspects.

Regions covered