Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Apr 18th, 2017 4:00PM

The alpine rating is below threshold, the treeline rating is below threshold, and the below treeline rating is below threshold. Known problems include Wind Slabs, Cornices and Loose Wet.

jonas hoke, Parks Canada

Waterton Lakes.

Summary

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

Avalanche Summary

Confidence

Problems

Wind Slabs

Isolated pockets of wind slab may exist on lee slopes at upper elevations.

Be careful with wind loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and roll-overs.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Cornices

Periods of intense solar radiation will increase the chance of these failing naturally.

Give cornices a wide berth when traveling on ridges.

Aspects: North, North East, East.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

2 - 3

Loose Wet

Use extra caution on solar slopes or if the snow is moist or wet.

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East.

Elevations: All elevations.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Apr 19th, 2017 4:00PM