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Avalanche Forecast

Jan 1st, 2012–Jan 2nd, 2012
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be considerable
Below Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be moderate
Below Treeline
2: Moderate
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be moderate
Alpine
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be considerable
Treeline
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be considerable
Below Treeline
3: Considerable
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be considerable

Regions: Jasper.

Steady moderate gusting strong winds in Icefields zone over past 48 hrs continue. Scouring and depositing anywhere exposed above 2100m. Variable wind directions from North to South.

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

Avalanche Summary

Confidence

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Variable windslabs continue to develop from moderate winds. These slabs remain surprisingly unreactive yet touchy pockets exist in specific locations. Choose conservative tracks.

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

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 3

Storm Slabs

60 cm of snow fell since Tuesday. It has settled down to 45. The snow is wind affected in exposed above treeline locations. Sheltered spots below treeline, snow remains available for transport. Watch for crossloaded gullies or slab formation.

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

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Possible

Expected Size: 1 - 3

Deep Persistent Slabs

A few cornice drops were able to trigger this layer proving the hidden danger of this weakness. Full path avalanches are possible.

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

Elevations: All elevations.

Likelihood: Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size: 2 - 4