Fitzsimmons 1850m

<p>Moistening surface snow on solar aspects at treeline began failing as slabs, especially at sudden convexities. Failures were consistent 45 and 55 cm down. The lower appearing to be the 190108 Sh/Fc layer. Some slabs triggered sympathetic slabs nearby. Entrainment along flanks noticeable. Above 1900m on non-solar aspects, skiing was good and more wintery. No cracking or whumpfing except ski cuts on steep test convexities. Cornices drooping in afternoon with some minor failures.</p>

Terrain Ridden

Alpine slopes, Mellow slopes, Dense trees, Sunny slopes, Open trees.

Terrain Avoided

Steep slopes, Convex slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

Rapid temperature rise to near zero degrees or wet surface snow.

30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.

Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Snow Conditions

Crusty, Heavy, Wet, Wind affected, Powder.

Weather Conditions

Warm, Foggy, Sunny.