Avalanche forecast

Brazeau

Nov 17 – 18, 2023Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sun
Mon
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
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Highlights

Short term highway closures will occur around Parker Ridge on the Icefields Parkway on Friday. No access to Panther Falls or Bridal Veil Falls will be available.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2

    Snow and wind loading with gusting winds created a wind slab hazard. The team has limited snowpack observations yet tests show the base is weak and the new snow interface is uncertain. Remain vigilant for reactive and changing conditions.

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

    Use caution in steep, sheltered areas. Ice climbers should mindful of their overhead hazard.

Confidence

Low

Weather Summary

Friday

A mix of sun and cloud with isolated flurries.

Precipitation: Trace.

Alpine temperature: High -2 °C.

Ridge wind southwest: 15 km/h.

Freezing level: 2000 metres.

Saturday

A mix of sun and cloud.

Alpine temperature: Low -5 °C, High -3 °C.

Ridge wind southwest: 10 km/h.

Freezing level: 1800 metres.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Be aware of the potential for loose avalanches in steep terrain where snow hasn't formed a slab.
  • Watch for areas of hard wind slab on alpine features.

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