Douglas Island

Avalanche hazard remains at low after another day of above freezing temperatures and more rain.  Natural and human triggered avalanches remain unlikely, hazardous low snow conditions exist with exposed vegetation, rocks, and open creeks. Terrain traps like gullies can become extra dangerous with running water and open holes. Glide cracks are opening up and should be avoided.

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More warm and wet weather continued yesterday and into the night before a slight cooling to just below freezing at ridgetops this morning. This may lead to a slight lock up of the surface conditions this morning before warmer temps and more rainfall prevail later in the day. One thing to note is that glide cracks have been observed opening up but no glide avalanches have been observed or reported at this time. Glide avalanches are hard to predict the timing of so we did not add glide avalanches to the problem list yet because of the slightly cooler temperatures today but glide cracks should be given a wide berth.  

Travel conditions will again be largely dictated by thin coverage, exposed vegetation, rocks, and variable snow quality rather than avalanche concerns. Avoid exposed hazards especially at lower elevations where snow loss is at it's most extreme. Open water in creek beds and gullies are becoming increasingly dangerous. Continue to practice good travel habits by having the right equipment, travelling with good knowledgable partners, and being proficient in self rescue techniques.