Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Dec 16 – 17, 2011Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

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

Forecast calls for warmer temperatures and possibly rain in the Jasper area on Saturday. Avalanche danger will increase with this weather.

Avalanche problems

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    windslabs may become reactive with sudden warming temperatures

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    2–3
    basal facet collapses still occurring in isolated locations with shallow snow.

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