Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Feb 27 – 28, 2015Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Fri
Sat
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Dramatic warming variations in temperature and solar input will change the danger rating locally.Get the sunscreen back in the bag as the UV is packing a punch again, even on cloudy days.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Entrances or convexities with obvious wind effect are likely areas where you may find a shallow wind slab.

  • Deep Persistent Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–3
    Triggering this weakness will require a large load (such as a cornice) in areas of deeper snowpack.

Weather Forecast

Temperatures will drop this evening and continue to drop over the day Friday. Light winds and blue skies expected for Saturday.

Snowpack Summary

A sun-crust is present on solar aspects up to 2500m. A supportive mid pack consisting of rounded and facetted layers is bridging the weak depth hoar/facet layers that make up the lower snowpack.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches were observed or reported today.

Confidence

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