Avalanche Forecast

Issued: Mar 9th, 2019 4:35PM

The alpine rating is low, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is low.

kdevine, Avalanche Canada

Low hazard doesn't mean no hazard! Watch for isolated pockets of wind slab at upper elevations and loose snow sloughing - especially on sun exposed slopes.

Summary

Confidence

Moderate - Forecast snowfall amounts are uncertain on Monday

Weather Forecast

SATURDAY NIGHT - Clear periods / light west wind / alpine low temperature near -12SUNDAY - Cloudy with sunny periods / southwest winds 10-25 km/h / alpine high temperature near -8 / freezing level 1200 mMONDAY - Flurries, 5-10 cm / southwest winds 25-50 km/h / alpine high temperature near -8 / freezing level 1500 mTUESDAY - A mix of sun and cloud with isolated flurries / southwest winds 15-30 km/h / alpine high temperature near -9 / freezing level 1100 m

Avalanche Summary

On Friday, there were reports of natural and human triggered loose snow avalanches size 1-1.5.

Snowpack Summary

5-10 cm of new snow sits mainly on wind slabs and facets (sugary snow), as well as surface hoar (feathery crystals) in sheltered areas and a crust on sun exposed slopes. At lower elevations, a weak layer buried in mid January can be found approximately 50-60 cm deep. This layer consists of surface hoar and facets, and may be combined with a crust on south facing slopes. This layer has been most reactive at treeline and below treeline. Avalanche activity on this layer has dropped off significantly, however it may still be possible to trigger avalanches on this layer in areas such as steep cutblocks, and large open glades in the trees.The lower snowpack is generally considered to be strong, except for shallow, rocky areas where cold temperatures continue to facet (weaken) the snowpack.

Valid until: Mar 10th, 2019 3:00PM