Active avalanche conditions at Cain

<p>After seeing 28 cm of new snow at the lower Cain weather station (and not much anywhere else) we headed up to check on conditions. Looking around as we ascended, we saw natural releases up to size 2, had cracks shooting out from our tracks, and found lots of new and touchy cornices. Wind loading and scouring had been ongoing but we didn't see much more than light south wind during the day, along with short, intense snow squalls. Once the sun poked out for a few seconds it was go time for avalanches! Tree bombs initiated tons of point releases on nearby terrain and the snow began feeling very upside-down and heavy. Larger releases were probably happening but our visibility was limited. Great day to ski a groomer with 30 cm on it!</p>

Terrain Ridden

Mellow slopes.

Terrain Avoided

Alpine slopes, Steep slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

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

Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

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

Snow Conditions

Deep powder, Heavy.

Weather Conditions

Stormy, Warm.