Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 13th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
isnowsell,
Avalanche Canada
Recently formed wind slabs may overlay weak surface hoar or faceted snow.
Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
Numerous natural, skier, and explosive-triggered wind or storm slab avalanches, up to size 2, have been reported since Sunday. The majority of these avalanches occurred in alpine terrain, on a variety of aspects.
If you do go into the backcountry, please consider submitting a MIN report.
Snowpack Summary
Roughly 30 cm of recent snow has been redistributed by strong northerly winds. Below the recent snow, large surface hoar crystals and/or faceted crystals exist in wind-sheltered terrain at treeline and above.
A widespread, supportive crust exists down approximately 30 to 40 cm from the surface.
Below this crust, the mid and lower snowpack remains well-bonded with no layers of concern.
Weather Summary
Tuesday Night
Clear skies. 20 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
Wednesday
Sunny. 40 to 50 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -8 °C.
Thursday
Sunny. 50 to 60 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -8 °C.
Friday
Sunny. 30 to 40 km/h east ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Recent wind has varied in direction so watch for wind slabs on all aspects.
- Investigate the bond of the recent snow before committing to your line.
Problems
Wind Slabs
Recent snow has been redistributed by strong northerly winds and may sit atop weak surface hoar crystals or facets.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 14th, 2024 4:00PM
