Avalanche forecast

Jasper

May 7 – 8, 2014Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

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Highlights

Jasper's daily avalanche bulletin service has concluded for the summer season.  Please contact Jasper Visitor Safety staff at (780) 852 6155 for trip planning assistance and advice.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–3
    New snow and wind can create windslab conditions through out the summer season. Monitor the weather and pay attention to avalanche activity for clues to slab sensitivity.

  • Loose Wet

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Loose wet avalanches are possible especially on warm sunny days. Snow filled gulley features or gulleys below snow filled slopes should be avoided.

  • Wet Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–3
    Wet slab avalanche conditions are possible especially on hot sunny days.

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