Jasper

Avalanche problems

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  Wind Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Alpine
  • Treeline
  • Below treeline

  Likelihood

  Possible

  Size

  2–3

  Winds continue to buff exposed slopes and steep gully sidewalls into a slab at treeline and alpine locations. A few natural slab avalanches were noted today one being fairly large off Mt Kitcheners ridge facing the Icefields center.
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  Loose Wet

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Alpine
  • Treeline
  • Below treeline

  Likelihood

  Possible - Likely

  Size

  1–3

  Up to size 2 loose avalanches were noted at all elevations and aspects with the sun out; however, they were limited to steep gullies and rocks. Expect activity of this nature which could initiate deeper instabilities. Sunday will be clear skies.
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  Deep Persistent Slabs

  N

  NE

  E

  SE

  S

  SW

  W

  NW

  • Alpine
  • Treeline
  • Below treeline

  Likelihood

  Possible

  Size

  2–4

  This layer can wake up unexpectedly. There have been reports of large avalanches South of us and skiers triggered a size 3 last Sunday at the Icefields from a shallow spot on Feb 14 surface hoar. Investigate for this weakness before committing.