Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Apr 11 – 12, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Mon
Tue
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Good skiing can be found in the forecast area. Enjoy.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Soft slabs are forming on lee slopes and cross loaded features in the high alpine.

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2
    The new snow that has fallen on the recent temperature crust has the propensity to power slough on steep slopes in alpine and treeline locations.

Weather Forecast

More snow is forecast (10cm to 15cm) falling in moderate to strong westerly winds at alpine elevations. The start of the week is a mix of sun and occasional flurries.

Snowpack Summary

10 cm of low density snow over a generally supportive temperature crust up to 2500m. Weak basal facets are bridged by a strong mid-pack in most areas at treeline and above.

Avalanche Summary

Some point releases to size 2 observed running on the recent temperature crust.

Confidence

Timing, track, or intensity of incoming weather system is uncertain on Tuesday

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