Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Jan 3rd, 2015 4:00PM
The alpine rating is Wind Slabs and Deep Persistent Slabs.
, the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems includeArctic blast continues on Sunday.....Brrrrrrrrrrrr.....Again.
Summary
Weather Forecast
The arctic blast continues with a few flurries and light northerly but very cold winds.
Snowpack Summary
Mid pack carrying well for skiing at treeline. Exposed alpine features scoured of snow. Ice becoming very brittle in these arctic conditions.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanche activity observed in the forecast area.
Confidence
Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain on Monday
Problems
Wind Slabs
Light to moderate variable winds are producing soft slabs on sheltered slopes and cross loaded features primarily in the alpine.
Be cautious as you transition into wind affected terrain.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Deep Persistent Slabs
This weak layer exists below a strong mid-pack at treeline and sub-alpine elevations. Large loads such as a cornice collapse or surface slides could still possibly trigger this deep persistent weakness.
Carefully evaluate and use caution around thin snowpack areas.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Jan 4th, 2015 4:00PM