Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Jan 6 – 7, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Tue
Wed
Alpine
3 · Considerable
Treeline
2 · Moderate
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Snowfall warning in effect for the Jasper area with 10cm to 20cm forecast throughout the bulletin region.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    1–2
    Westerly winds are leading to a build up of wind slab on sheltered slopes and cross loaded features.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    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.

Weather Forecast

Snowfall warning in effect for the Jasper area with 10cm to 20cm forecast throughout the bulletin region.

Snowpack Summary

Mid pack carrying well for skiing. Exposed alpine features scoured of snow..

Avalanche Summary

No avalanches reported today.

Confidence

Regions covered