Jasper

Avalanche problems

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  Wind Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Alpine
  • Treeline
  • Below treeline

  Likelihood

  Likely - Very Likely

  Size

  1–3

  Gusty and variable winds have formed wind slabs on all aspects at upper elevations, especially in exposed areas. Field teams observed widespread whumphing and shooting cracks while traveling in simple terrain today - two good signs of instability.
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  Storm Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Alpine
  • Treeline
  • Below treeline

  Likelihood

  Likely - Very Likely

  Size

  2–4

  20-35cm of new snow is expected to fall in the Columbia Icefields Area by early Sunday morning, accompanied by strong winds. This will produce widespread storm slabs that will be easily triggered by light loads.