Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Feb 14th, 2012 8:21AM

The alpine rating is moderate, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is low. Known problems include Loose Dry, Cornices and Wind Slabs.

ali haeri, Parks Canada

Glacier.

Summary

Problems

Loose Dry

Loose avalanches are likely to be triggered by solar radiation as the day warms up on S and W aspects. On N and E slopes skier triggering of fast sluffs is the main concern which could gain mass so use caution while skiing above terrain traps.

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: All elevations.

Likelihood

Likely

Expected Size

1 - 2

Cornices

Todays sunshine is the right trigger to release cornices where they are present. Remember, that even though you may be on a shaded slope, the cornice above you wont be so heads up!

Aspects: All aspects.

Elevations: Alpine.

Likelihood

Unlikely - Possible

Expected Size

1 - 3

Wind Slabs

Yesterdays winds were strong enough for soft slab formation. Lee slopes near ridge crests in the alpine and treeline will be of most concern.

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

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood

Possible

Expected Size

1 - 2

Valid until: Feb 15th, 2012 8:00AM