Avalanche forecast

Kananaskis

Jan 10, 2018Alberta Parks
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Avalanche danger

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

Today's snow has freshened up the hill side.  Be aware of buried windslab in the alpine and treeline.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible - Likely
    Size
    1–3
    Wind slabs are dominant in Alpine and Treeline terrain. These slabs are likely to continue to grow with the wind.

Weather Forecast

Wednesday will have sunny periods and isolated flurries with a high of -11c.  Ridge winds will be 20-40km/h from the West.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches were observed.

Snowpack Summary

The Burstall Pass area received about 10cm during the day which made for good skiing.  There was wind in the alpine today and forecast to continue until tomorrow so be aware of lee loaded areas and the continuing growth of the slabs in the alpine.  There is about 50-60cm now that is sitting on the Dec 15 surface hoar layer and will become more of a concern if it gets more load.

Confidence

High -

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