Avalanche forecast

Kootenay Boundary

Feb 12 – 13, 2013Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

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

Highlights

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    1–3
    Avalanches may be triggered in lee features and on extreme terrain. We advise that riders and sledders choose routes carefully before committing to aggressive lines.

Weather Forecast

Light snow with rain at lower elevations tonight. Moderate to strong winds from the NW

Avalanche Summary

One size 2 human triggered avalanche yesterday in a steep rocky feature on an east aspect.

Snowpack Summary

Generally well settled snowpack. Recent snowfalls hace been bonding well to previous surfaces.

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