Avalanche forecast

Banff Yoho Kootenay

Oct 19 – 20, 2014Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

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Alpine
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Treeline
No rating
Below
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Highlights

Snow is starting to fall in the alpine. Watch for isolated small avalanches as snowfall amounts increase over the next few weeks. Regular avalanche bulletins will start during November. For specific information contact Visitor Safety at 403-762-1470.

Avalanche problems

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    We may see sporadic avalanche activity over the next few weeks. Watch for isolated wind slabs in steep terrain, and loose snow avalanches in steep gully features as the snow begins to accumulate.

Weather Forecast

Snowpack Summary

Snow is beginning to accumulate in the alpine. Watch for small pockets of wind slab in isolated areas over the next few weeks, and loose snow avalanches in steep gullies following new snow or wind events. Glacier travel is becoming tricky with thinly bridged crevasses due to recent snowfalls.

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