Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Jan 19 – 20, 2012Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Cold temperatures will keep things locked down for at least one more day.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–3
    North winds have eased, but windslabs are now present on a broad range of aspects in lee and catchment features.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    2–4
    Large loads like an windslab release, multiple skiers, or a cornice failure are potential triggers for a basal facet collapse.

Weather Forecast

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Avalanche Summary

Confidence

Timing, track, or intensity of incoming weather system is uncertain

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