Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Jan 1 – 2, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

2015 is starting off promising with a forecast of 15-20 cm of snow through the weekend.  Happy New Year Everyone!!!! 

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Northerly winds reverse loading cross-loaded gulley features and South sides of ridge crests.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–3
    This weak layer exists below a strong mid-pack at treeline and sub-alpine elevations. Large loads such as a cornice collapse could trigger this deep persistent weakness. The cold temperatures will be having a facetting effect on shallow locations.

Weather Forecast

Expecting a New Year's snowfall to start late into the afternoon on Thursday. Models all agree at close to 20cm to to fall over the weekend. Good skiing reported in north aspects.

Snowpack Summary

A Shallow low density upper snowpack sits on a strong, supportive mid-pack which is bridging a weaker facet base.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanche activity reported in the forecast area.

Confidence

Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain on Friday

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