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Avalanche Forecast

Nov 9th, 2013–Nov 10th, 2013
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be below threshold
Below Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be below threshold
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be below threshold
Below Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be below threshold
Alpine
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be moderate
Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be below threshold
Below Treeline
Below Threshold
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be below threshold

Regions: Jasper.

Watch for pockets of windslabs in alpine gullies or steep, unsupported ridge top features.

Weather Forecast

Series of weak frontal systems to bring small amounts of snow.

Snowpack Summary

Early season conditions exist. Not enough snow for skiing but some ice climbs are slowly forming. Be suspicious of wind-loaded pockets in gullies if going for that early season climb.

Avalanche Summary

A few pockets of windslabs releasing in steep alpine gullies have been noted. Winds will continue to develop this condition. 

Confidence

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Early season conditions exist. Not enough snow for skiing but some ice climbs are slowly forming. Be suspicious of wind-loaded pockets in gullies if going for that early season climb.
Be careful with wind loaded pockets while approaching and climbing ice routes.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 2