Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1–2
Light to moderate variable winds are producing soft slabs on sheltered slopes and cross loaded features primarily in the alpine.
Avalanche forecast
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Jan 4 – 5, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger
Sun
Mon
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
Highlights
Arctic blast continues on Sunday.....Brrrrrrrrrrrr.....Again.
Avalanche problems
Deep Persistent Slabs
NNEESESSWWNW- 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
The arctic blast continues with a few flurries and light northerly but very cold winds.
Confidence
Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain on Monday
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.