Avalanche Forecast
Kananaskis Country, Alberta Parks
Today's snow has freshened up the hill side. Be aware of buried windslab in the alpine and treeline.
Avalanche Problem 1: Wind Slabs
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Travel and Terrain Advice
- Avoid steep lee and cross-loaded slopes
- Be careful with wind loaded pockets while approaching and climbing ice routes.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches were observed.
Snowpack Summary
The Burstall Pass area received about 10cm during the day which made for good skiing. There was wind in the alpine today and forecast to continue until tomorrow so be aware of lee loaded areas and the continuing growth of the slabs in the alpine. There is about 50-60cm now that is sitting on the Dec 15 surface hoar layer and will become more of a concern if it gets more load.
Weather Forecast
Wednesday will have sunny periods and isolated flurries with a high of -11c. Ridge winds will be 20-40km/h from the West.
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Wind slabs are dominant in Alpine and Treeline terrain. These slabs are likely to continue to grow with the wind.