Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Dec 12th, 2017 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Deep Persistent Slabs.
deryl kelly,
Parks Canada
The deeper instabilities are significant and should remain a part of your decision making. Quality observations, and significant weather swings with little avalanche activity has inspired confidence in the snowpack.
Summary
Weather Forecast
Slight cooling trend through to Thursday with freezing levels at valley bottom. No precipitation expected. Light South-South West winds in the alpine.
Snowpack Summary
There is a well settled snowpack in most locations. Widespread wind effected snow in the alpine with minimal ski penetration. The Halloween, Oct. 31 crust sits in the lower half snowpack with faceted crystals above and below; found between 2200 - 2900m.
Avalanche Summary
No avalanches observed or reported
Confidence
The weather pattern is stable
Problems
Deep Persistent Slabs
Heavy loads , like natural cornice releases might trigger this deep instability.
Pay attention to overhead hazards like cornices which could trigger the deep persistent slab.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 13th, 2017 4:00PM
