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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 25cm new snow from convective flurries over past few days, redistributed by SW winds TL/ALP, overlies a variety of sun crusts on solar aspects up to ALP. The overall snowpack is variable at TL and above with a supportive strong 1F to P midpack in the deeper areas to a weak facetted midpack in shallow areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">30-45 cm of new snow is covering a melt-freeze crust on solar aspects, surface hoar on dry settled snow on polar aspects, and a moist upper snowpack at lower elevations. Cornices are large and fragile, be sure to maintain good travel habits and give them a wide berth. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-20cm of settled storm snow sits  on a thick crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. This tops a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, none of which have been reactive in snowpack tests or recent avalanches.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-35 cm of snow has fallen at treeline since March 19th with variable SW-NW winds. This storm snow sits over a sun crust on solar aspects, over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar, and over a temperature crust at lower elevations. Minimal new snow at valley bottom with thin areas becoming isothermal.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen at treeline since March 19th with variable SW-NW winds. This storm snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar, and over a temperature crust at lower elevations. Thin areas becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Convective flurries and favorable SW winds have redistributed low density, new snow over hard windslab and varied crusts at TL/ALP elevations. This combination often creates a very poor bond at the interface and users should be wary of isolated slab development in open and/or steep features. Difficult travel BTL, w/ covered hazards and open water. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">30-45cm of recent storm snow is covering a melt-freeze crust on solar aspects and isolated pockets of surface hoar on polar aspects. Recent high freezing levels have created a moist upper snowpack at lower elevation which is now topped with a breakable crust. Cornices are large and fragile. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen at treeline since March 19th with variable SW-NW winds. This storm snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar, and over a temperature crust at lower elevations. Thin areas becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen at treeline since March 19th with variable SW-NW winds. This storm snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar, and over a temperature crust at lower elevations. Thin areas becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Convective flurries and favorable SW winds have redistributed low density, new snow over hard wind slab and varied crusts at TL/ALP elevations. This combination often creates a very poor bond at the interface and users should be wary of isolated slab development in open and/or steep features. Difficult travel BTL when the crusts break down.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Strong southerly winds accompanied 10cm of new snow overnight.  The new snow adds to an existing load that sits atop the March 18th weak layer which presents as a crust on solar aspects and surface hoar on shaded aspects. March 18th is sensitive to skier triggering in areas where wind slabs have developed.  Cornices are large and fragile. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen at treeline since March 19th with variable SW-NW winds. This storm snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar, and over a temperature crust at lower elevations. Thin areas becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen within the last week with variable SW-NW winds. This new snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, over a temperature crust at lower elevations and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar. Thin snowpack areas are becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 30cm of new snow with convective flurries and favorable SW winds have redistributed the low density, new snow over previous surfaces such as hard windslab and varied crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack varies throughout the region from strong supportive snow in deeper areas to weak facetted snow in the shallow areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">40cm of snow has fallen this week over the March 18th sun crust and surface hoar. Below this is a strong mid pack of rounds at treeline and above. The below treeline snowpack has has experienced several melt freeze cycles.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Not much change to the snowpack in the past week. 5-20cm of settled storm snow sits over a thick crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. This tops a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, none of which have been reactive in snowpack tests or recent avalanches.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen within the last week with variable SW-NW winds. This new snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, over a temperature crust at lower elevations and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar. Thin snowpack areas are becoming isothermal below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen within the last week with variable SW-NW winds. This new snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, over a temperature crust at lower elevations and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 30cm of new snow with convective flurries and moderate W-SW winds have redistributed the low density, new snow over previous surfaces such as hard windslab and changeable crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack varies throughout the region from strong supportive snow in deeper areas to weak facetted snow in the shallow areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">40cm of snow has fallen this week over the March 18th sun crust and surface hoar. Short sunny spells are quickly affecting the top 15cm. Crusts have been seen to 2150m on due S aspects, likely higher in steep terrain. The mid pack of rounds is strong and supportive. The below treeline snowpack has has experienced several melt freeze cycles.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40 cm of snow has fallen within the last week with variable SW-NW winds. This new snow sits over a sun crust (up to ridge tops) on solar aspects, over a temperature crust at lower elevations and over a mix of surfaces on North aspects including facets and spotty surface hoar.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40cm of snow has fallen within the last week. This snow sits over a sun crust on solar aspects, facets on North aspects and a temperature crust at lower elevations. Incoming snow ,wind and warm temps will add load to the current snowpack and widespread wind effect at upper elevations. Rain saturated snow is expected at lower elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 30cm of new snow with convective flurries and moderate W-SW winds have redistributed the low density, new snow over previous surfaces such as hard windslab and variable crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack varies throughout the region from strong supportive snow in deeper areas to weak facetted snow in the shallow areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Ongoing snowfall and wind (up to 15cm in the past 24hr) has created reactive slabs. Snowfall totals of up to 55cm over the March 18th interface (this has been reactive just West of the park, on sheltered North aspects where it is surface hoar). The mid pack is strong and supportive. The below treeline snowpack has seen several melt freeze cycles.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20cm of new snow is expected on Sunday with strong- extreme SW wind. This will create fresh wind slabs over a variety of old surfaces including a thick crust that exists to ridgetop (except on high N aspects) or old wind slab on N-E alpine slopes. Mid snowpack is well consolidated with the lower half composed of dense facets &amp; decomposing crusts</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-40cm of snow has fallen within the last week. This snow sits over a sun crust on solar aspects, facets on North aspects and a temperature crust at lower elevations. Incoming snow ,wind and warm temps will add load to the current snowpack and widespread wind effect at upper elevations. Rain saturated snow is expected at lower elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5 to 25 cm of snow at treeline on Sunday with the most in the 93N. New wind slabs in alpine and exposed treeline areas with strong to extreme S-SW winds. Moist snow below 1500 m. 20-50+ cm now sits over the March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Nov basal facets still prominent in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10cm of HN with continued snowfall brings the recent HST up to 40cm. This new snow overlies previous surfaces such as hard windslab and variable crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack varies throughout the region from strong supportive snow in deeper areas to weak facetted snow in the shallow areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Ongoing snowfall and wind (up to 35cm in the past 48hr) has created reactive slabs, and added significant growth to cornices. Snowfall totals of up to 75cm over the March 18th interface (this has been reactive just West of the park, on sheltered North aspects where it is surface hoar). The mid and lower snowpack is settled and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20cm of new snow is expected on Sun PM with strong- extreme SW wind. This will create fresh wind slabs over a variety of old surfaces including a thick crust that exists to ridgetop (except on high N aspects) or old wind slab on N-E alpine slopes. Mid snowpack is well consolidated with the lower half composed of dense facets &amp; decomposing crusts</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 25 cm of snow at treeline on Sunday in some areas. New wind slabs in alpine and exposed treeline areas from strong to extreme S-SW winds. 20-50+ cm now sits over the March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Moist snow below 1500 m. Snowpack becoming isothermal below 1300 m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of settled storm snow at treeline with the higher amounts up 93N. New wind slabs in alpine and exposed treeline areas with strong to extreme S-SW winds. 20-50+ cm now sits over the March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Nov basal facets still prominent in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Varied snowfall through the region. Up to 20cm settled HN in the Icefields Area. This new snow overlies previous surfaces such as hard windslab and variable crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack varies throughout the region from strong supportive snow in deeper areas to weak facetted snow in the shallow areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Another 30cm at Treeline brings our storm totals to ~50cm &lt;48 hours, and ~75cm in the last 72 hours! Strong Southerly winds and warm temperatures accompanying the new snow has formed storm reactive storm slabs. The March 18th layer is now buried 40-100cm depending on aspect and elevation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20cm of new snow is bonding well to previous surfaces but expect the recent snow to become more reactive as it transitions to wind slab on tuesday. These wind slabs sit over a variety of old surfaces including a thick crust that exists to ridgetop (except on high N aspects) or old wind slab on N-E alpine slopes. Mid snowpack is well consolidated </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of settled storm snow at treeline with the higher amounts up 93N. New wind slabs in alpine and exposed treeline areas with strong to extreme S-SW winds. 20-50+ cm now sits over the March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Nov basal facets still prominent in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of snow fell on Sunday night, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit. Wind slabs exist in alpine and exposed treeline areas from strong winds during the storm. The March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects is below this, now down 20-50 cm. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Widespread variability at the surface with up 20cm settled HN in the Icefields Area. New snow overlies previous surfaces such as hard windslab and variable crusts at TL/ALP elevations. The snow pack shows strength and good bonding in field tests but feels weak overall in the shallow regions like Whistlers/Portal creek and Maligne zones. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Since Friday, Rogers Pass has received ~85cm of snow at treeline! Strong Southerly winds and warm temperatures that accompanied the new snow has formed reactive storm slabs. The March 18th layer is now buried 40-100cm depending on aspect and elevation. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of snow fell on Sunday night, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit. Wind slabs exist in alpine and exposed treeline areas from strong winds during the storm. The March 19 interface of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects is below this, now down 20-50 cm. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of recent storm snow, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit, will be available for transport by the forecasted strong winds on Thursday to build wind slab. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The most recent storm snow is being redistributed by moderate winds, forming wind slabs in the ALP and TL. Warm daytime temps and overnight freezing will result in moist surface snow and crusts BTL. The HS is highly variable throughout the region with a strong supportive midpack in deeper areas and a weak unsupportive midpack in shallow areas. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Since Friday, Rogers Pass has received ~95cm of snow at treeline. The storm came in with warm temperatures and moderate to strong wind, forming storm slabs. These storm slabs remain reactive to skier triggering on specific terrain features in the Alpine and at Treeline. The March 18th layer is now buried 60-100cm depending on aspect and elevation. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of recent storm snow, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit, will be available for transport by the forecasted strong winds on Thursday to build wind slab. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of recent storm snow early this week, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit. Strong winds have formed wind slab at tree line and above. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Widespread variability on the surface. Steady moderate SW flow, forming wind slabs on W through N aspects at TL and ALP. Inconsistent travel conditions and open water below 1800m. The snowpack shows strength and good bonding in field tests but &quot;feels&quot; weak in typically shallow snowpack regions like Whistlers/Portal creek and Maligne zones.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">A fresh breakable crust on solar aspects may break down if the sun comes out this afternoon. Recent winds have built pockets of slab in alpine and treeline lees.  The March 18th layer (a crust on Solar aspets and isolated surface hoar on sheltered Northerly aspects) is now buried 60-100cm depending on aspect and elevation. Cornices are huge.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moist surface snow on solar aspects will create a crust that deteriorates through the day. Previous SW wind formed wind slabs up to 30cm deep in the alpine &amp; exposed slopes at tree line. These wind slabs sit over a variety of old surfaces including a thick crust that exists to ridgetop except on high N aspects. Mid snowpack is well consolidated.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of recent storm snow early this week, with the most around Sunshine and Bow Summit. Strong winds have formed wind slab at tree line and above. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Crusts exist up to ~1600m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Strong Southerly winds have formed wind slab at tree line and above. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Widespread variability on the surface with 10cm of new snow and variable winds forming wind slabs on a variety of aspects at TL and ALP. Deteriorating travel conditions below 1900m. The snowpack shows strength and good bonding in field tests but &quot;feels&quot; weak in shallow snowpack regions like Whistlers/Portal creek and Maligne zones.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">A fresh breakable crust on solar aspects may break down if the sun comes out this afternoon. Recent winds have built pockets of slab in alpine and treeline lees. The March 18th layer (a crust on Solar aspets and isolated surface hoar on sheltered Northerly aspects) is now buried 60-100cm depending on aspect and elevation. Cornices are huge.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Crusts exist up to ~1600m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Strong Southerly winds have formed wind slab at tree line and above. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 10 cm of new snow in some areas with previous wind effect at treeline and above. Crusts exist up to ~2000 m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Widespread variability on the surface with 10-15cm of new snow and variable winds forming wind slabs on a variety of aspects at TL and ALP. Deteriorating travel conditions below 1900m. The snowpack shows strength and good bonding in field tests but &quot;feels&quot; weak in shallow snowpack regions like Whistlers/Portal creek and Maligne zones.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Up to a meter of snow last week has settled significantly over the March 18 suncrust and surface hoar. At treeline and above windward and lee features have a 15cm variable hard wind packed layer on the surface. Meltfreeze conditions below treeline, solar meltfreeze to mountaintop. Cornices are huge.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moist surface snow on sun exposed slopes with a thick crust on all aspects up to 2000m. SW wind has formed wind slabs up to 30cm deep on lee slopes in the alpine. These wind slabs sit over a variety of old surfaces including a crust that exists to ridgetop except on high N aspects. Mid snowpack is well consolidated.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 10 cm of new snow in some areas with previous wind effect at treeline and above. Crusts exist up to ~2000 m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. The March 19 interface is down 20-50cm and consists of crust on solar aspects and facets on north aspects. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20 cm of new snow at treeline over previous crusts and wind effect. New wind slabs forming in alpine lee areas from moderate to strong SW-W winds. Moist snow on all aspects up to 1800 m and higher on solar aspects on Sunday. The March 19 crust interface is down 30-60 cm. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">HST of 10-30cm of new snow becoming moist TL and below on solar aspects. Shifting winds forming isolated wind slabs at TL and ALP. The snowpack shows good bonding in field tests in deeper snowpack areas, shallow snowpack regions such as Whistler/Portal and Bald Hills have bigger a potential for weak layers to wake up and are more complex to assess. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15cm of new snow fell at treeline overnight, dwindling to rain below 1200m. Wind blasted surfaces exist below the new snow, suncrusts and meltfreeze conditions below treeline. Recent snow over the March 18th suncrust and surface hoar has settled significantly to about 70cm at treeline. Cornices are huge.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20 cm of new snow at treeline over previous crusts and wind effect. New wind slabs forming in alpine lee areas from moderate to strong SW-W winds. Moist snow on all aspects up to 1800 m and higher on solar aspects on Sunday. The March 19 crust interface is down 30-60 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20 cm of new snow at treeline over previous crusts and wind effect. New wind slabs forming in alpine lee areas from moderate to strong SW-W winds. Moist snow on all aspects up to 1800 m and higher on solar aspects on Sunday. The March 19 crust interface is down 30-60 cm. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">HST of 10-30cm has settled to about 10cm of snow. Shifting winds forming isolated wind slabs at TL and ALP. The snowpack shows good bonding in field tests in deeper snowpack areas, shallow snowpack regions such as Whistler/Portal and Bald Hills have bigger a potential for weak layers to wake up and are more complex to assess. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">A convective 15-30cm of new snow fell at treeline overnight Saturday and into the day yesterday, dwindling to rain below 1200m. Wind blasted surfaces and suncrusts exist below the new snow. BTL, expect spring melt-freeze conditions. Recent snow over the March 18th suncrust and surface hoar has settled to about 80cm at treeline. Cornices are large!</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20 cm of new snow at treeline over previous crusts and wind effect. New wind slabs forming in alpine lee areas from moderate to strong SW-W winds. Moist snow on all aspects up to 1800 m and higher on solar aspects on Sunday. The March 19 crust interface is down 30-60 cm. Basal facets exist in shallow areas east of the divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The snow surface is mix of crusts to 1800 m, and dry powder snow on north facing slopes above 1800 m. New snow, strong winds and cooling temps start Wed and with this we expect fresh, sensitive windslabs in the alpine. Treeline and below treeline elevations should become frozen and stay mostly frozen. Quite a variable spring snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">HST of 10-30cm has settled to about 10cm of snow. Increasing winds forming isolated wind slabs in open TL and ALP. The snowpack shows good bonding in field tests in deeper snowpack areas, shallow snowpack regions such as Whistler/Portal and Bald Hills have bigger a potential for weak layers to wake up and are more complex to assess. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15-30cm of snow fell at treeline overnight Saturday and into Sunday; this was rain below 1200m. Wind blasted surfaces and suncrusts exist below the new snow, while the March 18th suncrust and surface hoar is buried ~80cm at treeline. Spring melt/freeze conditions prevail below treeline and on solar aspects to treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The snow surface is mix of crusts to 1800 m, and dry powder snow on north facing slopes above 1800 m. New snow, strong winds and cooling temps start Wed and with this we expect fresh, sensitive windslabs in the alpine. Treeline and below treeline elevations should become frozen and stay mostly frozen. Quite a variable spring snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The snow surface is mix of crusts to 1800 m, and dry powder snow on north facing slopes above 1800 m. New snow, strong winds and cooling temps have promoted some wind slab development.  Treeline and below treeline elevations should become frozen and stay mostly frozen. Quite a variable spring snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New snow and steady SW winds building wind slab in open ALP and TL features. Snowpack shows strength and bonding in field tests; recurring instabilities are found close to surface. We are most concerned about potential to trigger deeper, persistent slabs (Fc, DH), especially as the snowpack changes with typical spring inputs (rain, sun, wet snow)</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Variable snow surfaces are present at the moment: 10-15cm settled powder on sheltered N aspects, thin wind-pressed surface skin below glacial toes, suncrust on solar aspects, and Spring melt/freeze crust below treeline. The March 18 suncrust/surface hoar is down ~80cm at treeline. Cornices, as always at this time of year, are large and fragile.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15cm of new snow is expected thursday. This will create storm slabs which sit over old wind slabs on all but north facing slopes in the alpine. Mid snowpack is well consolidated with multiple decomposing crusts found near the base of the snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The snow surface is mix of crusts to 1800 m, and dry powder snow on north facing slopes above 1800 m. New snow, strong winds and cooling temps have promoted some wind slab development. Treeline and below treeline elevations should become frozen and stay mostly frozen. Quite a variable spring snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20cm of snow in the past 24hrs now buries a crust up to 1800m, higher on steep solar aspects. New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 15cm of new snow sits on a thick crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. This tops a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, none of which have been reactive in snowpack tests or recent avalanches. Large cornices observed overhead where good skiing can be found. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Up to 10cm of new snow is being blown into fresh windslabs and covering a variety of old surfaces: settled powder on sheltered alpine N aspects, windslabs/ wind pressed surfaces in exposed areas, a suncrust on solar aspects, and spring melt/freeze crust below treeline. Cornices, as always at this time of year, are large and fragile.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 15cm of new snow sits on a thick crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. This tops a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, none of which have been reactive in snowpack tests or recent avalanches. Large cornices observed overhead where good skiing can be found. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20cm of snow in the past 24hrs now buries a crust up to 1800m, higher on steep solar aspects. New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 30cm of new snow now buries a crust up to 1800m, higher on steep solar aspects. New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25cm of new snow arrived Wednesday night at Parkers ridge with much less further North and South. Winds are increasing to moderate speeds forming alpine ridgetop windslabs. The midpack is firm snow over weak basal facets and depth hoar near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 10cm of new snow is being blown into fresh wind slabs and covering a variety of old surfaces: settled powder on sheltered alpine N aspects, wind slabs/ wind pressed surfaces in exposed areas, a sun crust on solar aspects, and spring melt/freeze crust below treeline. Cornices are large and fragile. The March 18 crust is buried ~80-100cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 15cm of new snow (TL and above on northerly terrain) sits on a supportive crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. Overall a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, none of which have been reactive in snowpack tests or shown weakness in avalanche activity. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 30cm of new snow now buries a crust up to 1800m, higher on steep solar aspects. New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 40cm of recent snow buries a crust up to 1800m on all aspects (higher on steep solar aspects). New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25cm of new snow arrived Wednesday night at Parkers ridge with much less further North and South. Winds are increasing to moderate speeds forming alpine ridgetop windslabs. The midpack is firm snow over weak basal facets and depth hoar near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15cm of new snow fell overnight with strong S winds. Storm/ wind slabs cover a variety of old surfaces: settled powder on sheltered alpine N aspects, wind slabs/ wind pressed surfaces in exposed areas, a sun crust on solar aspects, and spring melt/freeze crust below treeline. Cornices are large and fragile. The March 18 crust is buried ~80-100cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 40cm of recent snow buries a crust up to 1800m on all aspects (higher on steep solar aspects). New wind slab growth in the alpine down into tree line. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack and have been responsible for several large avalanches. These layers will remain a concern for some time due to their uncertainty.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that can be a concern in thin areas, with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20-30 cm of new snow arrived since Wednesday night at Parkers ridge with much less further North and South. The midpack is firm snow over weak basal facets and depth hoar near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30cm of new snow in 48hrs with strong S winds fell on top of the April 7th sun crusts, wind pressed surfaces and melt freeze crusts at low elevations. The March 18 crust is down 90cm. A very strong dense mid and lower pack sits on up to 50cm of decomposed crusts and large facetted crystals near the ground</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20cm of new snow  at TL and above on northerly terrain. This sits on a supportive crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces (starting to break down mid day). Overall a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, which haven't produced test results or recent avalanches. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that can be a concern in thin areas, with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas, with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Light winds shifting to the north, new sun crust on solar asp to TL and temperature crust all aspects BTL below 1900m. Previous new snow now settled. March 19th crust is buried 10-50cm+ on solar aspects to 2200m. Mid-pack is firm and bridging a weak lower snowpack in deep areas. Weak snowpack particularly where shallow (exposed alpine features).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30cm of new snow on Friday/ Saturday with strong S winds fell on top of the April 7th sun crusts, wind pressed surfaces and melt freeze crusts at low elevations. The March 18 crust is down 90cm. A very strong and dense mid and lower pack sits on up to 50cm of decomposed crusts and large facetted crystals near the ground</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 40cm of recent low density snow at treeline and above with minimal wind effect. This sits on a supportive crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. Overall a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, which haven't produced test results or recent avalanches. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas, with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Varied surface conditions though the region. In the Icefields, the mid-pack is firm and bridging a weaker, lower snowpack. Shallow regions like Maligne, and all BTL locations are susceptible to wide, diurnal temperature swings (up to ~30 degree temp. difference), making for extremely weak, wet, hazardous conditions, especially on any solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A surface crust exists on all but northerly aspects, into the alpine. At treeline and above, a settled 30cm of snow sit on the April 7th sun crust and wind pressed surfaces. The March 18 crust is down 90cm. A very strong and dense mid and lower pack sits on up to 50cm of decomposed crusts and large facetted crystals near the ground</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of storm snow at treeline with more at higher elevations. Buried crusts up to 1800m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Small wind slabs in alpine lee areas. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of settled recent snow at treeline. Crusts up to around 2000m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices which are prevalent in the alpine.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Transitioning into spring conditions. Southerly aspects expect a crust that will break down by late morning; northerly aspects TL and above may hold dry snow depending on freezing level. Persistent intense solar and warm temps will continue to destabilize snowpack structure increasing the likelihood of natural and human triggered avalanches. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Spring melt-freeze conditions exist at lower elevations, and higher on solar aspects. Polar aspects are still holding dry snow in the alpine and at treeline. The April 7th layer is down ~20-40cm depending on aspect and elevation, and the March 18th crust is down ~60-1m. The mid and lower snowpack is very strong and dense.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 30cm of recent snow at treeline and above with minimal wind effect. This sits on a supportive crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. Overall a well consolidated snowpack with the lower half composed of dense facets and decomposing crusts, which haven't produced test results or recent avalanches. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 to 30 cm of settled recent snow at treeline. Crusts up to around 2000m on all aspects and to ridge crest on solar aspects. Several persistent layers exist in the mid to lower snowpack that might be a concern in thin areas with significant warming or with larger triggers like cornices which are prevalent in the alpine.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Hard surface crusts in the morning, then wet snow in the afternoon. High elevation north aspects will still hold dry snow. Another solid overnight freeze is expected for Friday morning, then deteriorating rapidly as the day warms up. There are several persistent layers n the mid to lower snowpack will wake up over the next 48 hr.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Spring has Sprung! Expect a crust on solar aspects that will break down early in the day; polar aspects at TL and above may hold dry snow depending on freezing level. Persistent intense solar and warm temps will continue to destabilize snowpack structure increasing the likelihood of natural and human triggered avalanches. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Spring melt-freeze conditions exist at lower elevations, and higher on solar aspects. Polar aspects are still holding dry snow in the alpine and at treeline. The April 7th layer is down ~20-40cm depending on aspect and elevation, and the March 18th crust is down ~60-1m. The mid and lower snowpack is very strong and dense.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 30cm of recent snow in the alpine with minimal wind effect. This sits on a supportive crust that exists to ridgetop except on high north faces. Overall a well consolidated snowpack. With warming temps we expect the snowpack to become isothermal over the weekend. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Hard surface crusts in the morning, then wet snow in the afternoon. High elevation north aspects will still hold dry snow. Another solid overnight freeze is expected for Friday morning, then deteriorating rapidly as the day warms up. There are several persistent layers n the mid to lower snowpack will wake up over the next 48 hr.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Speculating 30-100cm of new snow in the high alpine based on 30mm at Bow Summit and 40mm at Sunshine in the last 24 hours. Rain occurred up to 2400m, saturating the snowpack. A midpack Nov.15 crust is found below 2100m, and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer exists near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">About 30 cm of storm snow fell in the last 24hrs in the Parker Ridge area. About 20cm of new snow around Maligne Lake. Freezing level is about 2100m with the snow line around 1200m. The mid-pack is around 80cm thick above a thin crust near the ground in some locations. Snowpack is shrinking rapidly at lower elevations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Rain to above 2200m has fallen on 1-1.5m storm slabs, saturating the surface. The mid to lower snowpack is generally rounded and well bonded. Tree-line and below tree-line travel is difficult, with extremely dense, rain-soaked snow. Early season hazards still linger below 1700m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Speculating 30-100cm of new snow in the high alpine based on 30mm at Bow Summit and 40mm at Sunshine in the last 24 hours. Rain occurred up to 2400m, saturating the snowpack. A midpack Nov.15 crust is found below 2100m, and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer exists near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wednesday's storm started as rain to 2400m for most of the day, saturating the snowpack, and turned to snow Early Thursday AM. Anywhere from 30-100cm was deposited from this storm in the alpine with high settlement from warm temperatures. A midpack Nov.15 crust is found below 2100m, and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer exists near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">About 40 cm of storm snow fell in the last 48hrs in the Parker Ridge area. About 30cm around Maligne Lake. Moderate W-SW winds are currently blowing the new snow around in wind slabs or stripping features to ground. Above 1500m the snow in sheltered locations remains dry and light. The snowpack is largely supportive. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">On Thursday 10 cm of new snow at tree-line has fallen on 10 cm of moist snow. Rain soaked snow below tree-line will start to form a supportive crust by Friday. Below tree-line travel will be challenging has temperatures lower. The mid to lower snowpack is generally rounded and well bonded.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10cm new snow with strong to extreme SW winds forming thin windslabs in ALP. This overlies an estimated 30-100cm snowpack in the ALP. This weeks X-winds have formed a variable snowpack, stripped to ground in many locations and deeper in isolated lees. At least one Nov melt freeze crust exists above 2000m. Snowpack is not at threshold below 2000m</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wednesday's storm started as rain to 2400m for most of the day, saturating the snowpack, and turned to snow early Thursday AM. Anywhere from 30-80+cm was deposited from this storm in the alpine with high settlement from warm temperatures. A midpack Nov.15 crust is found below 2100m, and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer exists near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">The storms from the end of November and first days of December brought up to a meter of settled snow at treeline and periods of rain as high as 2200m. Cold temps starting Thursday afternoon froze low elevation snow. The snow from these storm sits on the Nov.15 interface (a crust below 2100m) and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer found near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">About 40 cm of snow fell from Nov 30 to Dec 1. Light to moderate SW winds are blowing it into wind slabs or stripping windward features to ground. The storm snow came in warm but it surprisingly remains dry and light except at low elevations where it rained. The midpack is supportive over a crust - Facet - depth hoar combo near the ground.  </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A spring snowpack in early December? Below tree-line you will find a supportive crust at or near the surface of the snowpack. At treeline this crust is buried by 10-15cm of fresh snow. In the alpine, this fresh snow (up to 30cm) overlies firm surfaces from the storm early in the week. The mid and lower snowpack is rounded and well bonded.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20cm windslabs in the ALP. Extreme winds have formed a variable snowpack at alpine and treeline, snow is stripped to ground in many locations and deeper in isolated lees. At least one Nov MFcr exists above 2000m. Estimated 30-100 cm snow in the alpine. Rain washed away snow below 1800 m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">The storms from the end of November and first days of December brought up to a meter of settled snow at treeline and periods of rain as high as 2200m. Cold temps starting Thursday afternoon froze low elevation snow. The snow from these storm sits on the Nov.15 interface (a crust below 2100m) and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer found near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">The storms from last week brought up to a meter of settled snow at treeline and periods of rain as high as 2200m. Cold temps this weekend have now formed a crust near the surface below 2200m. The new storm snow now over layers the lingering Nov.15 interface and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer found near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">About 40 cm of snow fell from Nov 30 to Dec 1. Light to moderate SW winds blew the storm snow into wind slabs or stripped windward features to ground. The storm snow came in warm but it surprisingly remains dry and light except at low elevations  where it rained. The midpack is supportive over a crust /facet /depth hoar combo near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Another ~5 cm&nbsp; of snow fell today. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">At treeline and below, the Dec 1 crust is now buried by 5-20cm of snow. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">In the alpine, 20-30cm of snow is being redistributed by light to mod West winds, and either lies on previous wind effect or icy bed surfaces from last weeks avalanche cycle.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The mid and lower snowpack is rounded and well bonded.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Snowpack at tree line is 100 - 70 cm deep. 20 cm of snow of light unconsolidated snow has fallen in the last 24 hours. South west winds have created soft wind slabs in AL and TL lees. Mid and lower pack is cohesive and refrozen after Nov 30 rain event. November melt freeze crusts are 30-20cm above ground. Under 1800m is below threshold.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">The storms from last week brought up to a meter of settled snow at treeline and periods of rain as high as 2200m. Cold temps this weekend have now formed a crust near the surface below 2200m. The new storm snow now over layers the lingering Nov.15 interface and the Nov. 5 crust/facet layer found near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last weeks storms brought up to a meter of settled snow at higher elevations with wind effect in open areas. Periods of rain as high as 2200 m formed a crust which is down 5-30 cm depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 90-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Light to moderate SW winds blew the storm snow into wind slabs or stripped windward features to ground. The midpack is supportive and the crust /facet /depth hoar combo near the ground is the only layer of concern. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">At tree line and below, the Dec 1 crust is now buried by 5-25cm of snow. In the alpine, 20-40cm of snow has been redistributed by moderate Westerly winds and either lies on previous wind effect or icy bed surfaces from last weeks avalanche cycle. The mid and lower snowpack is rounded and well bonded. Travel conditions at lower elevations is rugged.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last weeks storms brought up to a meter of settled snow at higher elevations with wind effect in open areas. Periods of rain as high as 2200 m formed a crust which is down 5-30 cm depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 120-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last weeks storms brought up to a meter of settled snow at higher elevations with wind effect in open areas. Periods of rain as high as 2200 m formed a crust which is down 5-30 cm depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 90-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">The midpack is quite supportive and the crust /facet /depth hoar November combo near the ground is the only layer of concern at the moment. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">At tree line and below, the Dec 1 crust is buried by 5-25cm of snow. In the alpine, 20-40cm of snow has been redistributed by moderate Westerly winds and either lies on previous wind effect or icy bed surfaces from last weeks avalanche cycle. The mid and lower snowpack is rounded and well bonded. Travel conditions at lower elevations is rugged.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Saturday's 20 cm of snow is being redistributed by moderate SW winds, creating windslabs in lees at ALP and TL. Mid and lower snowpack is now consolidated. November melt freeze crusts are 20-30cm above ground. Under 1800m is below threshold. Snowpack at tree line is 70-100cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last weeks storms brought up to a meter of settled snow at higher elevations with wind effect in open areas. Periods of rain as high as 2200 m formed a crust which is down 5-30 cm depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 120-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">In the alpine conditions range from scoured, to wind effected to pockets of fresh wind slabs. The Dec 2 rain crust has formed up to 2200 m and is now covered by 5-30 cm of fresh snow depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 90-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Surface facetting and spotty surface hoar growth noted.  Storm snow from last week has been stripped from exposed windward alpine features.  In sheltered areas 20-30cm of settled storm snow sits atop of a supportive midpack.  Our basal crust/facet/depth hoar combo near the ground remains a layer of concern. Snowpack depth 100-140cm Icefields area.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">At tree line and below, the Dec 1 crust is buried by 10-40cm of snow. In the alpine, 35-50cm of snow has been redistributed by moderate Westerly winds and either lies on previous wind effect or icy bed surfaces from last weeks avalanche cycle. The mid and lower snowpack is rounded and well bonded. Travel conditions at lower elevations is rugged.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">In the alpine conditions range from scoured, to wind effected to pockets of fresh wind slabs. The Dec 2 rain crust has formed up to 2200 m and is now covered by 5-30 cm of fresh snow depending on elevation. The lingering Nov 15 interface is down 50-100+ cm and the Nov 5 crust/facet layer is found near the ground. 90-200 cm of snow at treeline.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of new snow over the last 24-hrs makes for 15-20 cm of soft surface snow above the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears at about 2100 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds are developing soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The Dec 2 crust may cause problems in the future with additional load. Weak facets exist near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Trace to 10cm new snow from passing squalls being redistributed by moderate to strong SW winds; exposed alpine features continue to be scoured. In sheltered areas 20-40cm settled storm snow sits atop a supportive midpack. Our basal crust/facet/depth hoar combo near the ground remains a layer of concern. Snowpack depth 100-140cm Icefields area.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Strong southerly winds and approximately 25cm of new snow at TL have built fresh soft slabs in exposed terrain features. The Dec 1st rain crust is roughly 20cm thick, buried approximately 40cm at 1300m, 60cm at TL, and has been reported to 2300m. The snowpack below the December 1st crust is strong, rounded, and still moist in places. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5cm of new snow with strong to extreme SW winds adding to windslabs in lees at ALP and TL. Mid and lower snowpack is now consolidated. November melt freeze crusts are 20-30cm above ground. Under 1800m is below threshold. Snowpack at tree line is 70-100cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of new snow over the last 24-hrs makes for 15-20 cm of soft surface snow above the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears at about 2100 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds are developing soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The Dec 2 crust may cause problems in the future with additional load. Weak facets exist near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-20 cm of new snow over the last 36 hrs makes for 15-30 cm of soft surface snow above the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears between 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds are developing soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Incremental amounts of new snow being redistributed by moderate SW winds; exposed alpine features continue to be scoured. In sheltered areas 20-30cm settled snow sits atop a supportive midpack. Soft slab forming in open areas. Our basal crust/facet/depth hoar combo near the ground remains a layer of concern. Snowpack depth 100-140cm Icefields area.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Approximately 30 cm of new snow fell Wednesday with South winds, creating fresh slabs in exposed terrain features, and a loose dry avalanches problem in steep sheltered terrain. The Dec 1st rain crust is ~20cm thick, buried 40cm at 1300m/60cm at TL, and can be found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-20 cm of new snow over the last 36 hrs makes for 15-30 cm of soft surface snow above the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears between 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds are developing soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm of snow overlays the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears between 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds have developed soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. We expect further wind slab development at upper elevations through the day Saturday.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Incremental amounts of new snow being redistributed by moderate SW winds; exposed alpine features continue to be scoured. In sheltered areas 20-30cm settled snow sits atop a supportive midpack. Soft slab forming in open areas. Our basal crust/facet/depth hoar combo near the ground remains a layer of concern. Snowpack depth 100-140cm Icefields area.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">45cm of storm snow since Wednesday, with 20-40km/hr Southerly winds creating fresh slabs in exposed terrain features and loose dry avalanches in steep sheltered terrain. The Dec 1st rain crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried ~70cm down and can be found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally rounded, well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm of snow overlays the Dec 2 rain crust. This crust disappears between 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, moderate winds have developed soft slabs in immediate leeward slopes. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. We expect further wind slab development at upper elevations through the day Saturday.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 15 cm of new snow Saturday with more expected overnight. 25-45 cm of snow now overlays the Dec 2 crust which is present up to 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, strong to extreme W &amp; SW winds have developed slabs in lee areas with extensive wind effect in open areas. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Parkway seeing between 10cm, and up to 20cm HST redistributed by mod SW winds at ridge top. Incremental loading at TL and BTL will create widespread variable soft slab. This will remain an active hazard and is most concerning as you transition into steep open areas, areas often paired with terrain traps.  </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30cm of low density snow in the past 24hrs, totaling 80cm of storm snow this week. Mod-strong South West winds creating fresh slabs in exposed terrain features. The Dec 1 crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~90cm and can be found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 cm of new snow since Saturday morning. Strong south west winds are creating 20- 30 cm wind slabs in lees at AL and TL. This overlies a variable surface of stripped rock, 30 cm wind slab and rain crust. Mid and lower pack is cohesive. November melt freeze crusts are 30-20cm above ground. Under 1800m is below threshold.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 15 cm of new snow Saturday with more expected overnight. 25-45 cm of snow now overlays the Dec 2 crust which is present up to 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, strong to extreme W &amp; SW winds have developed slabs in lee areas with extensive wind effect in open areas. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 30 cm of storm snow since Saturday. 25-45 cm of snow now overlays the Dec 2 crust which is present up to 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, strong to extreme W &amp; SW winds have developed slabs in lee areas with extensive wind effect in exposed areas. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">30cm of new snow in the past 36h with moderate SW wind has created new windslab near ridge top &amp; in exposed terrain above treeline. Mid snowpack has settled well with a weak rain crust present below the recent snow upto 1800m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to our deep persistent slab concerns</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">35cm of low density snow in the past 2 days, totaling 85cm of storm snow this week. Extreme south winds created fresh slabs in exposed terrain features, further down into the path than you might expect. The Dec 1 crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~90cm and found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 30 cm of storm snow since Saturday. 25-45 cm of snow now overlays the Dec 2 crust which is present up to 2100-2250 m. At treeline and above, strong to extreme W &amp; SW winds have developed slabs in lee areas with extensive wind effect in exposed areas. The weak Nov 5 crust/facet interface is present near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density snow surface snow is bonding well with only limited windslab development at treeline and the low alpine. Our concern is growing for weaknesses </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F5540e64b-5c6c-11ec-a73b-9a0f5ff21b38" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">developing above the Dec 2 rain crust,</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> now buried 60-80 cm at treeline elevations (below 2250). Watch carefully as this weakness develops into an avalanche problem in the coming days.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Winds have created isolated windslab near ridge top &amp; in exposed terrain above treeline. The 30cm of new snow is bonding well. Mid snowpack has settled well with a 2cm rain crust present below the recent snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to our deep persistent slab concerns</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Rogers Pass received ~35cm of low density snow over the weekend. Extreme south winds created fresh slabs in exposed terrain features, further down into the path than you might expect. The Dec 1 crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~90cm and found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5-15cm unconsolidated snow overlies a 20-40cm windslab ALP/TL atop a 10cm Dec 4 rain crust with facets below. A 20-60 cm thick Nov melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. BTL has just reached threshold in some places. HS at TL is 100 - 170 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density snow surface snow is bonding well with only limited windslab development at treeline and the low alpine. Our concern is growing for weaknesses </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F5540e64b-5c6c-11ec-a73b-9a0f5ff21b38" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">developing above the Dec 2 rain crust,</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> now buried 60-80 cm at treeline elevations (below 2250). Watch carefully as this weakness develops into an avalanche problem in the coming days.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density snow surface snow is bonding well with only limited windslab development at treeline and the low alpine. Our concern is growing for weaknesses </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F5540e64b-5c6c-11ec-a73b-9a0f5ff21b38" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">developing above the Dec 2 rain crust,</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> now buried 60-80 cm at treeline elevations (below 2250). Watch carefully as this weakness develops into an avalanche problem in the coming days.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Watch out for crossloaded or reverse loaded slopes from northerly winds. Mid snowpack has settled well with a 2cm rain crust present below the recent snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to our deep persistent slab concerns</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15cm of fluff Monday night has covered the weekend's fresh slabs, created by extreme S'ly winds Saturday. These slabs were prevalent in exposed, Alpine and Tree-line features, further downslope than normal. The Dec 1 crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~1m and found up to 2300m. The mid and lower snowpack is generally well bonded and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density snow surface snow is bonding well with only limited windslab development at treeline and the low alpine. Our concern is growing for weaknesses </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F5540e64b-5c6c-11ec-a73b-9a0f5ff21b38" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">developing above the Dec 2 rain crust,</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> now buried 60-80 cm at treeline elevations (below 2250). Watch carefully as this weakness develops into an avalanche problem in the coming days.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density surface snow with limited windslab development in the alpine. There is a Dec. 2 rain crust below 2200m down 40-60cm which has facets above and below which will be one to watch in the future. The basal Nov.5 crust is found in thin areas but is currently dormant. Average HS at treeline 150cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Moderate SW winds persisting adding to windslab alpine and treeline. Potential for some past loading southerly aspects from N winds Monday. Mid snowpack has settled well with a 2cm crust present below the recent snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to deep persistent slab concerns.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Cooling temperatures will start to facet the new snow from the start of the week and break down wind slabs. Look for wind slabs created by extreme S'ly winds on Saturday in exposed, Alpine and Tree-line features. These will be buried by ~15cm of loose dry snow. The Dec 1 crust is ~15cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~1m and found up to 2300m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30 cm of low density surface snow with limited windslab development in the alpine. There is a Dec. 2 rain crust below 2200m down 60-80cm which has facets above and below which will be one to watch in the future. The average HS at treeline is 220cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with limited wind slab development in the alpine. There is a Dec 2 rain crust present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below which will be one to watch in the future. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Moderate SW winds and small amounts of new snow over the week have formed wind slabs in alpine and treeline areas. Mid snowpack has settled well with a 2cm crust present below the recent snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to deep persistent slab concerns.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Cooling temperatures will facet the new snow from the start of the week and break down wind slabs. Lingering wind slabs created by weekend extreme S'ly winds exist in exposed, Alpine and Tree-line features. These will be buried by ~15cm of loose dry snow. The Dec 1 crust is ~10cm thick at 1900m, buried by ~1m and found up to 2300m</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35cm of unconsolidated storm snow is being redistributed into surface windslabs. This overlies a 20-40cm buried windslab ALP/TL atop a 10cm&nbsp; Dec 4 rain crust with facets below. A 20-60 cm thick November melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. BTL has just reached threshold in some places. Snow depth at TL is 100 - 170 cm</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with limited wind slab development in the alpine. There is a Dec 2 rain crust present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below which will be one to watch in the future. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 150 to 230 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine. There is a Dec 2 rain crust present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has been responsible for </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent slabs</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Moderate SW winds and small amounts of new snow over the week have formed sensitive wind slabs in alpine and treeline areas. Mid snowpack has settled with a 2cm crust present (down ~20cm) below the recent storm snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to deep persistent slab concerns.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Incoming new snow will fall on previously facetted low density snow. The Dec 1 crust is ~10cm thick, buried a ranging depth of 50-100cm, and can be found up to 2300m. Signs of facetting have been found above and below this crust, particularly in shallow snowpack areas at and just below treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine. There is a Dec 2 rain crust present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has been responsible for </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent slabs</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine and tree line. The Dec 2 rain crust is present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has formed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent layer</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Moderate SW winds and small amounts of new snow has formed sensitive wind slabs in alpine and treeline areas. Mid snowpack has settled with a 2cm crust present (down ~20cm) below the recent storm snow up to 1950m. Another crust near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_69909980">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_1681A555"> adding to deep persistent slab concerns.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Excellent snow quality can be found throughout the Park wit 20cm of new snow over the past 24 hours, totalling ~30cm in the last few days. The Dec 1 crust is ~10cm thick, buried a ranging depth of 50-100cm, and can be found up to 2300m. Facets observed above and below this crust, particularly in shallow snowpack areas at and just below tree line. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30 cm of unconsolidated snow is being redistributed by moderate gusting to extreme SW winds. This overlies a 20-40cm buried windslab ALP/TL atop 10cm of facet above the Dec 4 rain crust. A 20-60 cm thick Nov melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. BTL has just reached threshold in some places. Snow depth at TL is 100 - 170.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine and tree line. The Dec 2 rain crust is present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has formed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent layer</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine and tree line. The Dec 2 rain crust is present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has formed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent layer</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Moderate SW winds and small amounts of new snow has formed sensitive wind slabs in alpine and treeline areas. Mid and lower snowpack are mostly well consolidated base on recent observations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Excellent snow quality can be found throughout the Park with 40cm of new snow from the recent storm. The Dec 1 crust is ~10cm thick, buried a ranging depth of 50-100cm, and can be found up to 2300m. Facets observed above and below this crust, particularly in shallow snowpack areas at and just below tree line. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with extensive wind effect in the alpine and tree line. The Dec 2 rain crust is present below 2200 m and down 40-60 cm with facets above and below. The Nov 5 crust/facet interface is found near the base of the snowpack and has formed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">deep persistent layer</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with wind effect and some windslabs in the alpine and tree-line. There is 40-60 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200. This layer will likely become an emerging problem as facetting occurs around the crust. The mid and lower pack is well settled</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120 to 180 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Recent snow has been redistributed by variable winds creating fresh wind slab in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid snowpack has settled well with a deteriorating rain crust present up to 1950m. Cold temperatures and a crust/facet layer near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Excellent snow quality can be found throughout the Park with 40cm of new snow from the weekend storm. The Dec 1 crust is ~10cm thick, buried 50-100cm deep, and can be found at elevations up to 2300m. Facets (loose, sugary crystals) have been found above and below this crust, particularly in shallow snowpack areas, at and just below tree line. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20-30 cm unconsolidated snow is currently faceting with cold temps. This overlies previous widespread windslabs 20-40 cm thick in alpine and treeline. Dec 4 crust, found down 40-80 cm has faceting snow above. A 20-60 cm thick Nov MFcr complex completes the snowpack to ground. HS at TL is 110 - 170. BTL has just reached threshold at Cameron Lake.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of low density surface snow with wind effect and some windslabs in the alpine and tree-line. There is 50-90 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200. This layer will likely become an emerging problem as facetting occurs around the crust. The mid and lower pack is well settled</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> Snowpack depths at treeline are from 140 to 200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds combined with 10 cm of overnight new snow will create a windslab problem for Wednesday, most notable in the Lake Louise/Bow Summit area. There is 40-60 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200 but is not yet active. The lower snowpack is well settled but shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Recent snow has been redistributed by variable winds creating fresh wind slab in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid snowpack has settled well with a deteriorating rain crust present up to 1950m. Cold temperatures and a crust/facet layer near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm snow will be landing on cold, faceted surfaces. Cold wx has sapped the strength/stiffness from wind slabs. The Dec 1 crust, down 70-120cm, and can be found up to 2300m. Facets (loose, sugary crystals) have been found above and below this crust. There is concern of triggering this layer in shallow, wind-scoured areas, especially at tree-line. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds combined with 10 cm of overnight new snow will create a windslab problem for Wednesday, expected down into the treeline. There is 50-90 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200 but is not yet active but we are watching this layer very closely and expect it may develop into a problem soon.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds with up to 20 cm tonight and Thurs will contribute to the windslab problem, most notably around Louise &amp; Hwy93N. There is 40-60 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust (exists below 2200m) but is not yet active. We are monitoring it closely. The lower snowpack is well settled but shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">5-10cm of recent snow with moderate to strong SW winds contributing to wind slab development in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid snowpack has settled well with a deteriorating rain crust present up to 1950m. Cold temperatures and a crust/facet layer near the base of the snowpack continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30cm of new snow is forecast to fall by Thursday morning, plus we received another 30cm last Saturday, bringing our total new snow in December to nearly 200cm! The December 1st crust is buried approximately 80cm-150cm, with weaker sugary snow directly above and below. Beneath the Dec 1st crust facet combo, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Strong winds with up to 20 cm tonight and Thurs will contribute to the windslab problem.</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> There is 50-90 cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200 but is not yet active but we are watching this layer very closely and expect it may develop into a problem soon.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-30cm over the last 2 days with strong winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70cm over the Dec 2 rain crust (exists below 2200m) but has not been observed as active yet. We are monitoring it closely. The lower snowpack is well settled but shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">20-35cm (25mm) low density storm snow over the past 48 hrs accompanied by moderate to strong SW winds adding to wind slab development in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid-pack is supportive with a weak rain crust up to 1950m. Cold temperatures and a crust/facet layer near the base continues to promote </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40+cm of snow and moderate S'ly winds have formed a storm slab on top of cold, faceted surfaces. The December 1st crust is buried approximately 80cm-150cm, with weaker sugary snow directly above and below. Beneath the Dec 1st crust-facet combo, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20 cm new snow and variable winds are creating storm slabs and crossloading features.  Warm temps are promoting cohesion of storm slabs. New snow overlies a series of previous windslabs 20-60 cm thick in AL/TL. This sits atop facets above Dec 4 crust. A 20-60 cm thick Nov MFcr complex completes the snowpack to ground. HS at TL is 110 - 170.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-40cm over the last 48 hours with strong winds have created windslabs at treeline and above. There is 70-110cm over the Dec 2 rain crust which exists below 2200 but is not yet active. We are watching this layer very closely. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-30cm over the last 2 days with strong winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70cm over the Dec 2 rain crust (exists below 2200m) but has not been observed as active yet. We are monitoring it closely. The lower snowpack is well settled but shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">20-35cm oif low density storm snow over the past 48 hrs accompanied by moderate to strong SW winds adding to wind slab development in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid-pack is generally supportive with an exception of a weak rain crust 30-40 cm down found up to 1950m. Cold temperatures will promote faceting next week.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40+cm of snow and moderate-strong Southerly winds have formed a storm slab on top of previously faceted surfaces. The December 1st crust is buried approximately 80cm-150cm, with some facetting of the snow directly above and below (facetting in most prominent in shallower snowpack areas). Beneath the Dec 1st crust, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-30cm over the last 2 days with strong winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70cm over the Dec 2 rain crust (exists below 2200m) but has not been observed as active yet. We are monitoring it closely. The lower snowpack is well settled but shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last few days with S-SW winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have weak basal facets and a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">35cm of snow arrived Dec 22-23 with moderate to strong SW winds. Wind slab developed in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The mid-pack is generally supportive with an exception of a weak rain crust 30-40 cm down found up to 1950m. Cold temperatures will accelerate faceting.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm of snow recent snow is settling out on top of previously faceted surfaces. Pockets of slab exist in loaded areas. The Dec 1 crust is buried approximately 80cm-150cm, with facetting of the snow directly above and below (facetting in most prominent in shallower snowpack areas). Beneath the Dec 1 crust, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last few days with S-SW winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 70-110 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2100 m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have weak basal facets near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last few days with S-SW winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have weak basal facets and a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#deep-persistent-slab" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">DPS issue</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">35cm of snow arrived Dec 22-23 with moderate to strong SW winds. Wind slab developed in the alpine and on exposed terrain features at treeline. The winds have shifted Northerly so expect reverse loading. The mid-pack is supportive with an exception of a weak rain crust 30-40 cm down found up to 1950m. Cold temperatures will accelerate faceting.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm of snow recent snow is settling out on top of previously faceted surfaces. Pockets of slab exist in loaded areas. The Dec 1 crust is buried approximately 70cm-120cm, with facetting of the snow directly above and below (facetting in most prominent in shallower snowpack areas). Beneath the Dec 1 crust, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">90-60 cm of unconsolidated storm snow sits atop previous windslabs 40-60 cm thick .This overlies facets above the Dec 4 crust. A 20-60 cm thick Nov MFcr complex completes the snowpack to ground. HS at TL is 130 - 180. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last few days with S-SW winds have developed wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 70-110 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2100 m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have weak basal facets near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last week with wind from various directions have developed small wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) still have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Recent HS redistributed with mod to strong SW winds. Wind slab developed continues on exposed terrain features at treeline and above. The mid-pack is supportive with an exception of a weakening crust interface down 30-40 cm (up to 1950m). Cold temperatures promoting top down facetting through-out the region.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm of recent snow is settling out on top of previously faceted surfaces. Pockets of slab exist in loaded areas. The Dec 1 crust is buried approximately 70cm-120cm, with faceting of the snow directly above and below (especially in scoured, shallow areas). Beneath the Dec 1 crust, the snowpack is dense and strong.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow over the last week with wind from various directions have developed small wind slabs at treeline and above. There is 70-110 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m...this has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) still have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week with wind from various directions has developed small wind slabs mainly in the alpine but also in isolated treeline areas. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m. This has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B" /></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Variable wind direction continues to build wind slab on exposed terrain features at treeline &amp; above. Expect dry loose avalanches in steep, wind sheltered terrain. The mid-pack is supportive with an exception of a weakening crust interface down 30-40 cm (upto 1950m). Cold temperatures promoting top down facetting through-out the region</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm of cold, faceted snow sits on top of previously faceted surfaces. Pockets of slab can be found at all elevations, especially along ridge-crests, on exposed alpine terrain, and in open features in the trees. The Dec 1 crust is buried approx 70-120cm, with faceting of the snow directly above and below (especially in scoured, shallow areas).&nbsp; </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moderate to strong winds have built windslabs up to 30 cm deep on top of 60-90 cm of unconsolidated storm snow. This overlies old windslabs 40-60 cm thick and facets above the Dec 4 crust. A 20-60 cm thick Nov MFcr complex completes the snowpack to ground. HS at TL is 130 - 180cm</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Isolated windslabs remain primarily in alpine terrain but also in isolated treeline areas. There is 70-110 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m. This has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) may still have weak basal facets near the ground, but not prevalent in most areas</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week with wind from various directions has developed small wind slabs mainly in the alpine but also in isolated treeline areas. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m. This has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B" /></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temps are </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/faceted-snow" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> the upper snowpack but pockets of wind slab are still present on all aspects at &amp; above tree line. The mid-pack is supportive with the dec 1 crust interface down approx. 40 cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust potentially amplifying the deep persistent slab problem.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm of cold, faceted snow sits on top of previously faceted surfaces. Pockets of slab (5-30cm thick) can be found at all elevations, along ridge-crests, on exposed alpine terrain, and in open features in the trees. The Dec 1 crust is buried approx 70-120cm, with faceting of the snow directly above and below (especially in scoured, shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week with wind from various directions has developed small wind slabs mainly in the alpine but also in isolated treeline areas. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m. This has not been an active problem yet but we are monitoring it closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B" /></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week and recent wind from various directions has developed wind slabs in the alpine. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec. 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m, which we are monitoring closely. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temps are penetrating deep into the upper snowpack, promoting widespread faceting. Pockets of wind slab are present on all aspects, tree line and above. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1 interface down ~40 cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust potentially amplifying the deep persistent slab problem.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">3-5 cm of new snow covers a cold, faceted upper snowpack, and small pockets of slab (5-30cm thick) - these can be found at all elevations, along ridge-crests, and in open features exposed to down-flowing winds. The Dec 1 crust is buried approx 70-120cm, with faceting of the snow directly above and below (especially in scoured, shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Strong to extreme SW winds have formed 10 cm firm wind slab on top of christmas storm snow. Beneath this lies a series of right side up wind slabs. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 80-120 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. No results on compression test from pits dug on Forum Ridge on Dec 30.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week and recent wind from various directions has developed wind slabs in the alpine. There is 80-100+ cm over the Dec. 2 crust/facet combo in Little Yoho which exists below 2200m and are monitoring closely. HS at treeline is 180-260cm</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week and recent wind from various directions has developed wind slabs in the alpine. There is 50-70 cm over the Dec. 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m and appears to be waking up as a persistent weak layer. Shallow areas (&lt;100 cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> which also present cause for concern as temperatures rise.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temps are penetrating deep into the upper snowpack, promoting faceting. Wind slab pockets are present on all aspects, tree line and above. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down ~40 cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust potentially amplifying the deep persistent slab problem.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Plenty of snow available for wind transport. The upper snowpack is cold and facetted, with small pockets of windslab (5-30cm thick) - these are at all elevations, along ridge-crests, and in open features exposed to down-flowing winds. The Dec 1 crust is buried 70-120cm, with faceting of the snow above and below (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-40 cm of snow last week and recent wind from various directions has developed wind slabs in the alpine. There is 80-100+ cm over the Dec. 2 crust/facet combo in Little Yoho which exists below 2200m and are monitoring closely. HS at treeline is 180-260cm</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds are transporting faceted surface snow at upper elevations, forming hard slabs on lee slopes. There is 50-70cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200m and appears to be waking up as a persistent weak layer. Shallow areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> which also present cause for concern as temperatures rise.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temps are penetrating deep into the upper snowpack, promoting faceting. Wind slab pockets are present on all aspects, tree line and above. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down ~40 cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust potentially amplifying the deep persistent slab problem.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The upper snowpack continues to weaken with the cold temps. Small pockets of windslab (5-30cm thick) exist at the surface of all elevations along ridge-crests, and in open features exposed to down-flowing winds. The Dec 1 crust is buried 70-120cm, with weak, sugary snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Extreme W winds are redistributing any remaining sheltered snow at all elevations. Strong SW winds formed 10-40 cm firm wind slab on top of 50-60 cm of christmas storm snow. Beneath this lies a series of right side up wind slabs. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 80-120 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds are transporting faceted surface snow at upper elevations, forming hard slabs on lee slopes. There is 80-100+ cm over the Dec. 2 crust/facet combo in Little Yoho which exists below 2200m and are monitoring closely. HS at treeline is 180-260cm</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of snow overnight with strong SW winds up high. Wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations with wind effect in open alpine areas. 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temps penetrated deep into the upper snowpack promoting faceting. Wind slab pockets are present on all aspects, tree line and above especially after 100km/hr winds Saturday night. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down 40cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust about 15cm up from the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20+cm of low density new snow buries a layer of faceted snow from the recent and continued cold temps. Wind slab exists in the alpine along ridge crests and open features down into tree line. The Dec 1 crust is buried 70-120cm, with faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of snow overnight with strong SW winds up high. Wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations with wind effect in open alpine areas. 90-110 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 150-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20cm storm snow in the last 2 days. The wind has eased however, wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations. 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Up to 15 cm of new snow being redistributed by strong winds. Wind slabs to be expected at all elevations. Cold temps penetrated deep into the upper snowpack promoting faceting. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down 40cm in most locations. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues below the Nov 5 crust about 15cm up from the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A new storm slab of ~30cm low-density snow is bonding poorly to the underlying loose, faceted snow from the recent cold temps. Wind slab exists in the alpine along ridge crests and open features down into tree line. The Dec 1 crust is buried 80-130cm, with faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 cm of new snow sitting atop 10 - 30 cm hard wind slabs. Mid pack is well settled. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 80-120 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20cm storm snow in the last 2 days. The wind has eased however, wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations. 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm storm snow in the last few days. The wind has eased however, wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations. 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Up to 15 cm of new snow have been redistributed by strong SW then N winds. Cold temps continue to promote faceting. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down 40cm as a rain crust below 1950m and possibly a density change interface above 1950m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues near or on the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">~30cm of new snow has been moved by moderate S'ly winds, creating a storm/wind slab that is slowly bonding to the faceted snow from the recent cold temps. Wind slab exists in the alpine along ridge crests and open features down into tree line. The Dec 1 crust is buried 80-130cm, with faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20cm storm snow in the last 2 days. The wind has eased however, wind slabs are present in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations. 50-70 cm over the Dec 2 crust/facet combo which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm storm snow in the last few days. Previous wind slabs have been observed sitting over facets in lee areas of the alpine and some treeline locations. 50-70 cm over the </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Fb031684d-6e80-11ec-98de-967d81bd7e2e" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">Dec 2 crust/facet combo</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> which exists below 2200 m. Shallow snowpack areas (&lt;100cm) have weaker </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">basal facets</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Snowpack depths at treeline are from 120-160 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temperatures continue to promote faceting. Expect lingering wind slabs in deposition zones. The mid-pack is supportive with the Dec 1st interface down 40cm as a rain crust below 1950m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues near or on the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">~35cm of new storm snow overlies colder facetted snow in sheltered locations. In exposed areas in the Alpine and at Treeline, moderate winds formed soft slabs along ridge crests and unprotected terrain features. The Dec 1 crust is buried 80-130cm, with faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20cm storm snow from a few days ago was distributed into alpine wind slabs wind slabs which sit over facets from last weeks cold snap in some locations. 80-110cm sits over the Dec 2 crust and facets in this area, but as of yet this has not been active. 200-260cm on average at treeline. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm of snow has fallen over the past week, making for deep powder snow on the surface. This changes on Thurs night with the arrival of strong SW winds, expected to create sensitive windslabs at treeline and in alpine areas as all of that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Cold temperatures continue to promote faceting. Continued wind slabs building in deposition zones. The mid-pack is supportive with a questionable interface down close to 40cm, which has questionable reactivity below 1900m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues near or on the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15cm at publishing time, with up to 45cm of fresh storm snow forecast by Friday evening. The new snow, with warming temps and strong gusty wind, will build fresh slabs quickly over the cold snow below. The Dec 1 crust (now buried 90-150cm), has not been reactive lately despite having faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20 cm unconsolidated snow is being redistributed by extreme westerly winds. Below this is a 10 - 30 cm hard wind slab. Mid pack is well settled. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 80-120 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. No results have been seen on the Dec 4 layer in our pits this week.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm of snow has fallen over the past week, making for deep powder snow on the surface. This changes on Thurs night with the arrival of strong SW winds, expected to create sensitive windslabs at treeline and in alpine areas as all of that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30+ cm new snow with winds increasing to strong out of the S-SW on Friday. Wind slabs building at treeline and in alpine areas as that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 60-100 cm, and the snowpack is very faceted in shallower areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Up to 10 cm of new snow and increasing winds contributing to wind slabs building in deposition zones. The mid-pack is supportive with a questionable interface (Dec 1st layer ) down close to 40cm, which has questionable reactivity below 1900m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues near or on the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 65cm of fresh storm snow has fallen, with up to 10 cm more forecast to fall by Saturday evening. New snow, warming temps and strong gusty wind is building fresh slabs over the cold snow below. The Dec 1 crust (now buried up 2m deep) has not been reactive lately, despite having faceted snow above and below it (especially in shallow areas). </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30+ cm new snow with winds increasing to strong out of the S-SW on Friday. Wind and storm slabs building at treeline and in alpine areas as that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets formed by the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 80-130 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm storm snow with winds strong out of the S-SW. Wind slabs building at treeline and in alpine areas as that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 60-100 cm, and the snowpack is very faceted in shallower areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">2-10cm of new snow with M-S south winds at ridge top. Cold temperatures faceting the snowpack. Supportive 4F-1F mid-pack in most areas, shallow areas becoming punchy. Dec 1st interface down close to 40cm, which has questionable reactivity below 1900m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> continues near or on the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">60cm of recent low density snow with 25-50km/hr SW winds is forming new wind slabs. The warming temps will promote settlement of the low density snow. The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant, despite having faceted snow above and below it. The mid-lower snowpack is settled and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50 cm of storm snow sits atop a 10 - 30 cm hard wind slab. Mid pack is well settled. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 80-120 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. No results have been seen on the Dec 4 layer in our pits this week.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm new snow with winds strong out of the S-SW. Wind and storm slabs building at treeline and in alpine areas as that loose snow gets blown around. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets formed by the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 80-130 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong wind from the SW is redistributing available snow into lee areas in both the alpine and treeline. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 60-100 cm, and the snowpack is very faceted in shallower areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">2-10cm of new snow in the past 48 hours with steady 40-60, gusting 90 km/hr SW winds at ridge top stiffening the soft slab top layer. This is overtop a facetted yet supportive mid-pack in most areas. Shallow areas are not as supportive. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal faceting</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> is observed at or near the ground. Many West aspects are scoured and firm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">60cm of recent low density snow with 25-50km/hr SW winds is forming new wind slabs. The warming temps will promote settlement of the low density snow. The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant, despite having faceted snow above and below it. The mid-lower snowpack is settled and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">X winds and warmth have transported yesterdays 65cm of snow into windslabs up to 1.5m deep, this sits atop a 10 - 30 cm hard wind slab. Mid pack is well settled. Facets are found above Dec 4 crust down 150-200cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground. One significant size 4 Avalanche on Dec 4 crust today.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong wind from the SW is redistributing available snow into lee areas in both the alpine and treeline. These slabs may bond poorly to the underlying facets from the cold snap. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 80-130 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Previous strong SW winds have created wind effect and some stubborn windslabs in the alpine and at treeline. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 60-100 cm, and the snowpack is very faceted in shallower areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Significant changes happening in the forecast region. New input of snow, wind or sun are having a dramatic effect to the hazard depending on asp, elevation and geographic location. Surface instabilites, like new snow, wind-pressed, transported or temp related will trigger and entrain facets, likely other deep instabilities. Strong caution advised.  </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warming temps and moderate SW winds are forming new surface slabs with the 60cm of recent low density snow. The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant, despite having weak, sugary, faceted snow above and below it. The mid-lower snowpack is settled and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Previous strong SW winds have created wind effect and some stubborn windslabs in the alpine and at treeline. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 80-130 cm, and the snowpack is very faceted in shallower areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of new snow combined with strong SW winds transporting snow is creating windslabs down into the treeline. These slabs are sitting on facets, today showed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> and could be easily skier triggered. The Dec 2 crust/facet interface is down 60-100 cm, and remains a concern below treeline in the Kootenay area. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Strong SW are creating </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and building windslabs on </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#leeward" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">leeward</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> slopes. These windslabs are expected to become more reactive as temperature rises. The mid snowpack remains faceted with the December persistent weak layers buried 40-70cm. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warming temps, mod/strong SW winds, and ~15cm of new snow are combining with 60cm of low density snow to form new storm slabs. The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant, despite having weak, sugary, faceted snow above and below it. The mid-lower snowpack is settled and strong. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of new snow combined with strong SW winds transporting snow is creating windslabs down into the treeline. These slabs are sitting on facets, today showed a </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> and could be easily skier triggered. Facetted snow from the cold snap left in the tracks of avalanche paths is making avalanches run further than normal. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Warm temperatures, winds, 10 cm of snow and light rain to ~2000 m have created dense windslabs that overlie facets from the Xmas cold snap and produce </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. At lower elevations the middle of the snowpack is facetted and combined with the Dec 2 layer in Kootenay is now becoming active. This will continue through Thursday.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with strong SW are creating </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and building windslabs on </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#leeward" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">leeward</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> slopes. These windslabs are expected to become more reactive as temperature rises. The mid snowpack remains faceted with the December persistent weak layers buried 40-70cm. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New storm slabs have formed in the ~30 cm of storm snow, with warm temps and mod/strong SW winds. These have buried a Jan 11 surface hoar layer observed up to 4-6 mm. Below this a mix of low density snow/faceted crystals.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant, despite having weak, sugary, faceted snow above and below it. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Warm temperatures, winds, 10 cm of snow and light rain to ~2000 m have created dense windslabs that overlie facets from the Xmas cold snap and produce </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. At lower elevations the middle of the snowpack is facetted and this is adding to the runout distance of any avalanches that occur. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 settled hst with wind over the past few days has added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with strong SW are creating </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and building windslabs on </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#leeward" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">leeward</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> slopes. These windslabs are expected to become more reactive as temperature rises. The mid snowpack remains faceted with the December persistent weak layers buried 40-70cm. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New storm slabs have formed in the ~45cm of storm snow, with warm temps and mod/strong SW winds. Observations of dense storm/wind slabs in exposed terrain features in the Alpine and TL. These have buried a Jan11 surface hoar layer observed up to 4-6mm, found at treeline and below treeline. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Dec 1 crust (now buried up to 2m deep) remains dormant.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moist snow to 2000m beginning to refreeze in N aspects. Isothermal snow to ground in thin areas. Above 2000m hard windslabs up to 150cm deep overlie a well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes the snowpack to ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 settled hst with wind over the past few days has added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are anywhere from 130cm deep in the snowpack in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 settled hst with wind over the past few days has added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with strong SW are creating </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and building wind slabs on </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#leeward" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">leeward</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> slopes. These winds slabs are are not bonding well with the previously faceted surface. The mid snowpack is faceted with the December persistent weak layers buried 40-70cm. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm slabs have formed with ~40cm of storm snow, warm temps and mod/strong SW winds. These have buried a Jan11 surface hoar layer observed up to 4-6mm, found at treeline and below. The Dec 1 crust is now buried up to 2m deep and remains dormant. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20cm of  settled storm snow with strong to extreme winds has added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are anywhere from 130cm deep in the snowpack in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15cm of settled storm snow with strong winds over Saturday have added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2Ffe6c1e4f-7331-11ec-b680-deb2761038ef" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">25 cm of snow from the Jan 12th storm is settling in with slightly warmer temperatures. The top 40 cm is compromised of Wind Slabs particularly in open areas above Tree Line. The mid snowpack is faceted with a persistent weak layer buried 40-70cm down. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm slabs have formed with ~40cm of storm snow, warm temps and mod/strong SW winds. These have buried a Jan11 surface hoar layer observed up to 4-6mm, found at treeline and below. The Dec 1 crust is now buried up to 2m deep and remains dormant. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Freezing levels on saturday rose to 1900m. A 15 cm rain crust exist up to 2000m. A 1 cm temp crust exists to 2400m on solar aspects. Alpine surfaces range from hard windslab in lees and to bare ground. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov MFcr complex completes snowpack to ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20cm of settled storm snow with strong to extreme winds has added to windslabs at treeline and above. These overlie facets in many places. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are anywhere from 130cm deep in the snowpack in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds over the last few days has created widespread windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">The upper snowpack is settling with above seasonal temperatures. The top 40 cm is comprised of Wind Slabs particularly in open areas above Tree Line. The mid snowpack is faceted with a persistent weak layer buried 40-70cm down. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The upper snowpack is settling and rounding with warm temps and mod/strong SW winds. The Jan11 surface hoar layer has been observed up to 4-6mm around treeline, and is now down 20-40cm. The Dec 1 crust is buried up to 2m deep with weak, faceted snow above and below it.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds over the last few days has created widespread windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overly facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are anywhere from 130 cm deep in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds over the last few days has created widespread windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Variable amounts of new snow across the region with up to 15 cm further south. The upper snowpack has been heavily wind affected especially in wind prone areas. The mid snowpack is faceted with a persistent weak layer buried 40-70cm down. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25-40cm of new snow, coupled with warm temps and mod/strong SW winds, has built storm slabs. The Jan11 surface hoar layer, down 40-60cm, has been extremely touchy with this new load, with numerous natural avalanches starting on this layer. The Dec 1 crust is buried up to 2m deep with weak, faceted snow above and below it.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Freezing levels on monday rose to 2100m. A 15 cm rain crust exist up to 2000m. A 1 cm temp crust exists to 2400m on solar aspects. Alpine surfaces range from hard windslab in lees and to bare ground. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes snowpack to ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds over the last few days has created widespread windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overly facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are anywhere from 130 cm deep in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cms of low density snow with little wind effect sits on top of windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">North winds have built cross and reverse wind slabs into tree line. The mid snowpack is faceted with two notable persistent weak layers. A buried facet interface is down 20-30cm. A faceting crust is down 40-60cm below 1950m. </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#basal-facets" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">Basal facets</span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8"> and </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#depth-hoar" target="_blank"><span class="s_82A14B11">depth hoar </span></a><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">can be found at the base of snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40-50cm of new snow, warm temps, and strong S'ly winds built a widespread surface storm slab. This sits upon a surface hoar layer at and below treeline, ~50-80cm down, with sugary facets from Xmas below this. Under all this, the Dec 1 crust/facet combo lurks ~2-2.5m below the surface and was woken up by this last storm load.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cms of low density snow with little wind effect sits on top of windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overlie facets in many places, producing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/mountain-information-network/submissions/6e84ff54-7721-11ec-b5bc-f2feb31ce6b3" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">moderate to hard test results</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust/facets are ~130 cm deep in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt. Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cms of low density snow with little wind effect sits on top of windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas. These overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep in the snowpack. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">North winds have built new and hard wind slabs in all open features, ALP and open TL. The mid-pack is highly faceted with active, persistent weak layers from Dec. Interfaces within the facets found down ~30cm and ~60cm. These layers have varied sensitivity but if triggered can build quickly into large, destructive avalanches. Cornices are building.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 20cm of new snow and warm temps will build fresh storm slabs over 2-4mm surface hoar. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There are 2 PWLs in the mid-pack: surface hoar is 50-80cm down at and below treeline,a layer of facets from Xmas is down ~100cm. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~2-2.5m - this layer came alive last storm, and will be a lingering concern for a long time.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cms of low density snow with little wind effect sits on top of windslabs in the alpine and in some treeline areas.</span><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">These overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. </span><span class="s_3FE45715">. The Dec. 2 crust/facets are ~130 cm deep in thicker parts, and half that depth in thinner snowpack areas such as Mt. Stephen and Mt.Dennis.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. New snow and windslabs overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep and producing variable . Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Previous N and present SW winds scouring terrain and adding to wind slabs ALP and open TL. The mid-pack is highly faceted with active persistent weak layers from Dec. Interfaces within the facets found down ~30cm and ~60cm. These layers have varied sensitivity but if triggered can build large, destructive avalanches. Cornices are building.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 20cm of new snow and warm temps has created fresh storm slabs over 2-4mm surface hoar. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There are 2 PWLs in the mid-pack: surface hoar is 50-80cm down at and below treeline,a layer of facets from Xmas is down ~100cm. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~2-2.5m - this layer came alive last storm, and will be a lingering concern for a long time.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. New snow and windslabs overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. Much of the new snow overlay a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep and still producing results in snowpack tests. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Previous N and present SW winds adding to wind slabs ALP and open TL. The mid-pack is highly faceted with active persistent weak layers from Dec. Interfaces within the facets found down ~30cm and ~60cm. These layers have varied sensitivity but if triggered can build large, destructive avalanches. Cornices are building.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 20cm of new snow yesterday and warm temps have created fresh storm slabs over 2-4mm surface hoar (SH).</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There are 2 PWLs in the mid-pack: SH is 50-80cm down at and below treeline + a layer of facets from Xmas is down ~100cm</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is dn ~2-2.5m. This layer came alive last storm and will be a lingering concern for a long time</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> A hard rain crust exist on all aspects up to 2000m. Alpine surfaces range from hard windslab in lees and to bare ground. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes snowpack to ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. The new snow overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. Much of the new snow overlay a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 60-90cm deep and still producing results in snowpack tests. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Treeline and below, the top 30-50cm is low to medium hardness. Above Treeline a pencil windslab is the top 30cm layer. The mid-pack is medium to hard stiffness of mixed crystal forms. The bottom 30cm is relatively dense facets with DH right at ground. The snowpack appears to be bridging previous weak layers yet expect spatial variability. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35cm of recent snow now buries the Jan 20th (2-4mm) surface hoar. The Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar is down ~70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m. This layer came alive last storm and will be a lingering concern. Wind and warming temps will promote the formation of wind slabs along ridge lines and cross loaded features.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> A hard rain crust exist on all aspects up to 2000m. Alpine surfaces range from hard windslab in lees and to bare ground. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov crust complex completes snowpack to ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent wind and new snow have created fresh wind slabs in the alpine and some tree-line areas. The new snow overlie facets in many places resulting in wide propagations in recent avalanches. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New suncrusts steep solar. 20 to 40 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec2 crust and facets are generally 60-100cm deep and continue to produce results in snowpack tests. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Treeline and below, the top 30-50cm is low to medium hardness. Above Treeline, a stiff windslab is the top 30cm layer. A crust with loose weak facets can be found at lower elevations approximately 40-60cm down. The mid-pack is medium to hard stiffness of mixed crystal forms except where loose barely supportive Facets dominate in shallow locations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35cm of recent snow now buries the Jan 20th (2-4mm) surface hoar. The Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar is down ~70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m. Widespread wind affect at tree line and above with pockets of wind slab.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New sun crusts can be expected steep solar slopes . 30 to 60 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New suncrusts steep solar. 20 to 40 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec2 crust and facets are generally 60-100cm deep and continue to produce results in snowpack tests. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Widespread wind affect and stripping in alpine from Sunday. A thin sun crust is likely on the surface on solar aspects into the alpine. The midpack is mostly supportive around the Icefields and unsupportive around Maligne. Weak facet layers are down ~20-30cm and a crust is down 40-60cm below 1950m, faceting but still reactive in snowpit tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35cm of recent snow now buries the Jan 20th (2-4mm) surface hoar. The Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar is down ~70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m. Widespread wind affect at treeline and above with pockets of wind slab.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15cm of storm snow is being redistributed by L-M winds into new windslabs ALP/TL. Jan 18 crust extends all aspects up to 2000m. ALP consists of hard windslab in lees and stripped to ground in scoured areas. Well settled midpack over facets above Dec 4 crust down 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New sun crusts can be expected steep solar slopes . 30 to 60 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New suncrusts steep solar. 20 to 40 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec2 crust and facets are generally 60-100cm deep and continue to produce results in snowpack tests. Some thin snowpack areas have lingering basal depth hoar and facets.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Continued widespread wind effect and stripping in alpine from renewed strong to extreme SW winds; Monday saw a period of reverse loading values. Thin sun crust likely on solar aspects into the alpine. The midpack is mostly supportive. Weak facet layers down ~20-30cm and a crust down 40-60cm below 1950m, faceting but still reactive in snowpit tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind-affect can be found at treeline and above, varying from soft to hard slab, and recognized by a striated/rippled surface. The Jan 20th (2-4mm) surface hoar sits 30-35cm down, while the Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar is down ~70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m and will require a large trigger to come alive. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas. New sun crusts can be expected steep on solar slopes . 30 to 60 cm of recent snow lies over a facet interface formed in late December. The Dec. 2 crust and facets are generally 100-150cm deep producing hard to no results. Snow depth at tree-line is around 200-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and a weak (Dec 2) crust/facet interface generally 60-100cm deep. This layer continues to produce sudden test results in Kootenay Park and requires a cautious approach.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Widespread wind effect and stripping in alpine from previous strong to extreme SW winds. Wind slab in specific areas tree line and above. Thin sun crust on steep solar aspects up to ~2300m. The midpack is mostly supportive. Weak facet layer down ~20-30cm and a crust down 40-60cm below 1950m, faceting but still reactive in snowpit tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Surface hoar rowing on surface, 5-8mm BTL, 2-4mm TL and above. Variable breakable surface crust exists on S-W aspects. Wind-affect can be found at treeline and above. The Jan 20 (2-4mm) surface hoar down 35cm, and Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar down 70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m and will require a big trigger to come alive. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and is good skiing. Facets and a weak mid-pack remain the dominant concern and the Dec 2 crust is down 100-150 cm and producing hard test results in most of Yoho.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and a (Dec 2) crust/facet interface generally 60-100cm deep. This layer continues to produce sudden test results in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Widespread wind effect and stripping in alpine from previous strong to extreme SW winds. Wind slab in specific areas tree line and above. Thin sun crust on steep solar aspects up to ~2300m. The midpack is mostly supportive. Weak facet layer down ~20-30cm and a crust down 40-60cm below 1950m, faceting but still reactive in snowpit tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Surface hoar growing on surface, 5-8mm BTL, 2-4mm TL and above. Variable breakable surface crust exists on S-W aspects. Wind-affect can be found at treeline and above. The Jan 20 (2-4mm) surface hoar down 35cm, and Jan 11 (2-5mm) surface hoar down 70-90cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m and will require a big trigger to come alive. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">4cm HST adding to windslabs ALP/TL. Jan 18 crust extends all aspects up to 2000m. ALP consists of hard windslab in lees and stripped to ground in scoured areas. Well settled midpack over facets above Dec 4 crust, that is beginning to break down, buried 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and is good skiing. Facets and a weak mid-pack remain the dominant concern and the Dec 2 crust is down 100-150 cm and producing hard test results in most of Yoho.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and a (Dec 2) crust/facet interface generally 60-100cm deep. This layer continues to produce sudden test results in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Widespread wind effect and stripping in alpine from previous strong to extreme SW winds. Wind slab in specific areas tree line and above. Thin sun crust on steep solar aspects up to ~2300m. The midpack is mostly supportive. Weak facet layer down ~20-30cm and a crust down 40-60cm below 1950m, faceting but still reactive in snowpit tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Classic mid season drought surfaces: widespread wind-affect in exposed (SE-W-NW) terrain at treeline and above, surface hoar 5-15mm on near surface facets in sheltered terrain, and a thin breakable crust on steep solar aspects. The Jan 20 (2-4mm) surface hoar is down 35cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down ~1.5 - 2.5m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and is good skiing. Facets and a weak mid-pack remain the dominant concern and the Dec 2 crust is down 100-150 cm and producing hard test results in most of Yoho.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and a (Dec 2) crust/facet interface generally 60-100cm deep. This layer continues to produce sudden test results in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Surface condition extremely variable with widespread wind effect &amp; scouring in alpine from strong-extreme SW wind. Wind slab in specific areas tree line &amp; above. A thin sun crust exists on steep solar aspects up to 2300m. The midpack has two layers of concern. The dec 26 facet layer is buried 20-30cm down with a weak crust 40-60cm below 1950m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wide spread wind affect in the alpine and tree line. Surface hoar (5-15mm) growing on the near surface facets in sheltered areas. A thin breakable crust is found on steep solar aspects. All of these interfaces will be buried by the incoming 20-40cm of snow.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 20 (2-4mm) surface hoar is down 35cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5 - 2.5m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Variable snow surfaces are found at all elevations. Jan 18 crust extends all aspects to 2000m. ALP consists of hard windslab in lees and stripped to ground in scoured areas. Well settled midpack over facets above Dec 4 crust, that is beginning to break down, buried 150-200 cm. A 20-60 cm thick Nov melt freeze crust complex completes the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind effect and wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree-line areas and suncrust on steep south facing terrain. In sheltered areas, 20-40 cm of soft snow overlies facets and is good skiing. Facets and a weak mid-pack remain the dominant concern and the Dec 2 crust is down 100-150 cm and producing hard test results in most of Yoho.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10cm of new snow under an upslope flow will produce small, fresh windslabs and surface instabilities that bond poorly to the underlying surface of crust and facets (hint: new weak layer getting buried). Expect easy triggering of thin slabs. This storm is unlikely to wake up the deep facets, but they continue to lurk anywhere from 60-100 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">10-30 cm of wind slab sits over a buried facet layer near Parkers Ridge. Widespread wind effect &amp; scouring in alpine and at tree line from strong SW wind throughout tenure. The mid pack has two layers of concern. The dec 26 facet layer is buried 20-40cm down with a weak crust facet combo down 40-70cm below 1950m. Snow depth varies from 50- 200cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20+cm now buries the Jan 29 surface hoar (5-15mm) and crusts on steep solar aspects. Expect to find storm slab at all elevations, but will be deeper in wind deposited areas in the alpine and at tree line. The Jan 20 surface hoar (2-4mm) is down 35cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5 - 2.5m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10cm of new snow under an upslope flow will produce small, fresh windslabs and surface instabilities that bond poorly to the underlying surface of crust and facets (hint: new weak layer getting buried). Expect easy triggering of thin slabs. This storm is unlikely to wake up the deep facets, but they continue to lurk anywhere from 100-150 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm in the last 24 hrs has created fresh windslabs &amp; surface instabilities that are bonding poorly to the underlying surface of surface hoar/crusts/facets. Expect easy triggering of these soft slabs. It's unlikely to wake up the deep facets, but they continue to lurk 60-100 cm deep and could be triggered by cornice failures should they occur.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">10-15cm of storm snow sits over 10-30cm of wind slab in the alpine &amp; at tree line. Buried surface hoar down 30cm was observed in a wind sheltered area near weeping wall today. The mid pack has two layers of concern. The dec 26 facet layer is buried 30-50cm down with a weak crust facet combo down 50-80cm below 1950m. Snowpack depth varies 50-200cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50cm from Sunday now buries the Jan 29 surface hoar (5-15mm) and crusts on steep solar aspects. Expect to find storm slab at all elevations, deeper in wind-deposited areas at Alpine and Treeline elevations. The Jan 20 surface hoar (2-4mm) is down 60-70cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5 - 2.5m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">16cm storm snow with S-X winds, has built soft windslab. This overlies Jan 18 crust extending all aspects up to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers. At the time of writing snow is falling with more forecast. Check </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/weather/stations/124" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">weather stations</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> for updated amounts. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15-35 cm in the last 24 hrs has created fresh windslabs and surface instabilities that are bonding poorly to the underlying surface of surface hoar/crusts/facets. Expect easy triggering of these soft slabs. It's unlikely to wake up the deep facets, but they continue to lurk 100-180 cm deep &amp; could be triggered by cornice failures should they occur.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm low density storm snow creating small windslabs in alpine and some treeline locations. Storm snow overrides a variety of surfaces including sun crusts, faceted snow and isolated areas of surface hoar. The Dec 2 crust/facet layer is down 70-120 cm and is producing variable shears.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with N winds (-24hr) building slabs in alpine and tree line lee features. Varied wind effect at all elevations. A facetted and complex snowpack is wide-spread throughout tenure. Buried surface hoar found in isolated places, TL and below with no cohesive slab over top. Convective upslope storm isolated to the Maligne Range with 35cm of HN.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40-50cm from Sunday buried the Jan 29 surface hoar (SH) (5-15mm) and crusts on steep solar aspects. Winds at the tail-end of the storm have created slabs, deeper in lee areas at Alpine and Treeline elevations. The Jan 20 SH (2-4mm) is down 60-70cm, the Jan 11 SH is down ~1m. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5 - 2.5m. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15-35 cm storm snow has created fresh windslabs in the alpine. Storm slabs exist at tree-line and below treeline elevations where storm snow sits on a touchy surface hoar layer. This was very apparent on Mt Field on Monday but this problem is expected to exist in other areas within the forecast region. Expect easy triggering of these soft slabs.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25 cm of snow on Sunday with moderate to strong W/NW winds have created soft windslabs in the alpine and isolated treeline areas. This sits on a variety of surfaces including sun crusts, faceted snow and isolated areas of surface hoar. The Dec 2 crust/facet layer is down 70-120 cm and has not been reactive in the last week. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with previous N and present SW winds building slabs in alpine and tree line lee features. Varied wind effect at all elevations. Snowpack is facetted and complex. Buried surface hoar found in isolated locations; December facet layers down 20-40cm still reactive in tests. Upslope storm last Sunday produced up to 35cm in the Maligne Range.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20cm of low density new snow is now hiding the slabby 30-50cm that fell with mod-strong SW winds on Monday. This overlies various drought interfaces: the Jan 29 surface hoar (5-15mm) on all sheltered/shady slopes, wind effect/crust in exposed areas, and a suncrust on solar aspects. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15-35 cm of snow on Sunday with moderate to strong W/NW winds have created soft windslabs in the alpine. This new snow sits on a variety of surfaces including, sun crust, previous wind effect, facets and surface hoar at treeline and below. The new snow was touchy on Mt. Field on Monday, but seems to have become less reactive with the cold temps.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds have created windslabs in alpine and treeline areas that are reactive to skier triggers. These windslabs sit on the Jan 30 layer of surface hoar and facets and may bond poorly. This problem will build for Friday with additional snowfall and continued strong winds. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and facetted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">New snow with previous N and present SW winds building slabs in alpine and tree line lee features. Varied wind effect at all elevations. Snowpack is facetted and complex. Buried surface hoar found in isolated locations; December facet layers down 20-40cm still reactive in tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 25cm of new snow by Friday PM, combined with strong SW wind, will load up lee features with fresh storm slabs. This brings the total to 40-70cm on the drought interfaces from Jan 29th - surface hoar (5-15mm) on sheltered/shady slopes, wind effect in exposed areas, and a suncrust on solar aspects. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">S-X westerly wind has built 20- 70 cm windslabs in lees. This overlies Jan 18 crust extending all aspects up to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds have created windslabs in alpine and treeline areas that are reactive to skier triggers. These windslabs sit on the Jan 30 layer of surface hoar and facets and may bond poorly. This problem will build for Friday with additional snowfall and continued strong winds. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and facetted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 10 to 30cm that has accumulated over the Jan 30 crust, surface hoar and wind effect. Hard slabs can be found in alpine. While slab development at treeline is only starting yet these are more likely to overlay a sun crust or surface hoar. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Varied wind effect at tree line and above. Snowpack is facetted and complex. December facet layers down 20-40cm still reactive in tests; buried surface hoar found in isolated locations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35cm fresh storm snow by Saturday morning, combined with strong West wind, will load lees with fresh storm slabs. This makes the total 50-80cm on the drought interfaces from Jan 29th - surface hoar (5-15mm) on sheltered/shady slopes, wind effect in exposed areas, and a suncrust on solar aspects. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 15 to 30cm that has accumulated over the Jan 30 crust, surface hoar and wind effect. Hard slabs can be found in alpine. While slab development at treeline is only starting yet these are more likely to overlay a sun crust or surface hoar. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 20-30cm that has accumulated over the Jan 30 crust, surface hoar and wind effect. Hard slabs can be found in alpine. While slab development at treeline is only starting, these are more likely to overlay a sun crust, surface hoar, or facets. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Heavy wind effect at tree line and above. Snowpack is facetted and complex. December facet layers down 20-40cm still reactive in tests; buried surface hoar found in isolated locations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">~35cm of new snow, combined with 30-60km/hr South wind formed fresh storm slabs, especially were wind loaded. 50-80cm now buries the drought interfaces from Jan 29th - surface hoar (5-15mm) on sheltered/shady slopes, wind affect in exposed areas and a sun crust on steeper solar aspects. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 20-50 cm that has accumulated over the Jan 30 crust, surface hoar and wind effect. Hard slabs can be found in alpine. While slab development at treeline is only starting, these are more likely to overlay a sun crust or surface hoar or facets. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 20-30 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Strong SW winds the last few days are sustaining the Windslab condition particularly in mid to higher elevation ridgetop locations. The snowpack can range from shallow and barely supportive weak facets in low elevations to a more consistent coverage and solid midpack at treeline and above. Buried 30cm deep Surface hoar has been spotty at treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">On Sunday, a new sun crust formed on steep solar aspects and will be buried by the incoming snow. Wind slabs exist in some locations in the alpine and down into tree line. The Jan 29 interface (surface hoar 5-15mm in sheltered areas and sun crust on steep solar) is buried 50-80cm. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Moderate winds continue to redistribute the 30-50 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 40cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds continue to redistribute the 20-30 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Moderate, gusting Strong to extreme SW winds are sustaining the Windslab condition yet it appears to be bonding well. The mid-pack is a supportive mixed and rounded grains with generally a consistent coverage at tree line and above except where the winds have scoured to ground. A Surface Hoar layer is buried 30cm deep at tree line yet inconsistent.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 29 surface hoar (5-15mm in sheltered areas) and sun crust (steep solar) is buried 50-80cm. Warmth on Sunday consolidated the overlying snow, </span><a href="https://us11.campaign-archive.com/?e=641ccf1364&amp;u=1dee12e6e4cfe6fae27721198&amp;id=a8d62eea17" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">creating touchy slabs in shady/sheltered areas like the Bonney Moraines</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B">. Wind slabs are now widespread and at all elevations after Monday's winds. The Dec 1 crust/facet combo is down 1.5-2.5m.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warm temps and X-westerly wind has built 20- 40 cm windslabs in lees. Moist snow to approximately 1800m This overlies Jan 18 crust extending all aspects up to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> Strong winds continue to redistribute the 20-30 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 30 to 40cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds have redistributed 20-30 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Strong SW winds have stripped exposed alpine to rock. We expect wind slabs in crossloaded features and into tree line. A thin crust on solar aspects up to tree line below the 10cm of recent snow is likely. Several December facets layers can be found in the midpack. Facets and depth hoar are formed near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Extreme Southerly winds on Monday scoured ridges and loaded up lee terrain features at all elevations. Strong Solar input over the weekend formed sun crusts on steep terrain SE-SW asp. The Jan 29th SH layer is buried ~50-80cm depending on asp and elev. This PWL has been most reactive on polar aspects, but overlies a sun crust on steep solar asp!</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong winds have redistributed 20-30 cm of recent snow at upper elevations creating wind slab on lee slopes. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Warm temps have settled recent storm snow in the alpine. Expect wind slabs in lee areas from previous wind event. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_DDF6C5E8">Moist surface snow with rising freezing levels and warm temperatures persisting into Thursday. Strong SW winds have stripped exposed alpine to rock. We expect wind slabs in crossloaded features and into tree line.  Several December faces layers can be found in the midpack. Facets and depth hoar are formed near the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New snow today covers a variety of surfaces, including wind slabs and sun crusts. Strong southerly winds on Monday loaded lee terrain features at all elevations. Sun crusts formed on steep SE-SW terrain. The Jan 29th SH layer is buried ~50-80cm depending on asp and elev. This persistent weak layer is still reactive where it hasn't failed.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Warm temps have settled recent storm snow in the alpine. Expect wind slabs in lee areas from previous wind event. At tree line and below the recent storm snow is beginning to develop into a slab, which overlays the Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust. This interface is found 20 to 30cm down. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-30 cm and is becoming less reactive in tests. Temperature/sun crusts are present at lower elevations and up to 2200 m on solar aspects. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Exposed alpine stripped to rock at ridgetop and open features. Upper snowpack subject to diurnal swings in temperature and solar effect, TL and below. Dec FC down ~20-70cm. Basal FC/DH widespread throughout forecast zone. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5-10cm of new snow has been redistributed by strong S'rly wind in the alpine. Expect windslabs in lees, and scoured sun crust on steep solars.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Rain/warm temps will give us a crust on all aspects below 1650m.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 29th SH layer is buried ~50-80cm depending aspect and elevation, and remains triggerable in isolated locations (see avalanche problems).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warm temps and X-westerly wind has built 20- 40 cm windslabs in lees. Moist snow to approximately 2000m on Thursday's warm up. This overlies Jan 18 crust extending all aspects up to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-40 cm and is becoming less reactive in tests. Temperature/sun crusts are present at lower elevations and up to 2200 m on solar aspects. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-30 cm and is still reactive in tests. Crusts can be found too 2000m, above this crusts continue on solar aspects. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Weak temperature crust on all aspects up to 1900m with a 1cm sun crust on solar aspects extending into alpine. Upper snowpack has settled but expect reactivity to increase during peak warming/ solar exposure. Exposed alpine stripped to rock at ridgetop &amp; open features. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Extreme South winds have created widespread wind effect, and scoured exposed slopes back to previous firm surfaces.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warm temps/rain has created a crust into the alpine on solar aspects, and on all aspects below 1650m.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 29th SH layer is buried ~50-80cm, is 5-15mm in size depending aspect and elevation, and remains reactive in isolated areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. Jan 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-50 cm and is still reactive in tests. Crusts can be found too 2000m, above this crusts continue on solar aspects. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. The Jan. 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-30 cm which is becoming less reactive in tests. Crusts can be found to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Weak temperature crust on all aspects up to 1900m with a sun crust on solar aspects extending into alpine. Upper snowpack has settled but expect reactivity to increase during peak warming/ solar exposure. Exposed alpine stripped to rock at ridge top &amp; open features. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Extreme South winds have created widespread wind effect, and scoured exposed slopes back to previous firm surfaces.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Warm temps/rain has created a crust into the alpine on solar aspects, and on all aspects below 1650m.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 29th SH layer is buried ~50-80cm, is 5-15mm in size depending aspect and elevation, and remains reactive in isolated areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Winds have pressed or scoured snowpack at all elevations. Moist snow to approximately 2000m on Saturday and higher on steep solar aspects. This overlies Jan 18 crust extending all aspects up to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas above treeline, with wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and in the alpine. The Jan. 30 surface hoar and sun crust is down 20-50 cm which is becoming less reactive in tests. Crusts can be found to 2000m, and higher on solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas and wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and above. The Jan30 surface hoar/ sun crust interface remains reactive in isolated pockets. New sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects to 2100m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Weak temperature crust on all aspects up to 1900m with a sun crust on solar aspects extending into alpine. Upper snowpack has settled but expect reactivity to increase during peak warming of the day. Exposed alpine stripped to rock at ridge top &amp; open features. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Surface hoar to size 8mm has been observed growing on the old hard surfaces at treeline and below. Last week extreme South winds created widespread wind effect. Strong solar formed a crust into the alpine on solar aspects, and on all aspects below 1650m. The Jan 29th SH layer is buried 50-80cm, and is 5-15mm in size depending aspect and elevation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed areas and wind slabs in lee areas at treeline and above. The Jan30 surface hoar/ sun crust interface remains reactive in isolated pockets. New sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects to 2100m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline areas. The Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 20-30 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently. Surface sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects below 2100m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Weak temperature crust on all aspects up to 1900m with a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Upper snowpack has settled but expect natural activity to increase during peak warming of the day. Exposed alpine stripped to rock at ridge top &amp; open features. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Surface hoar to size 8mm has been observed growing on the old hard surfaces at treeline and below. Last week extreme South winds created widespread wind effect. Sun and warm temps formed a crust on solar slopes in the alpine, and on all aspects below 1650m. The Jan 29 SH layer is buried 50-80cm, and is 5-15mm in size depending aspect and elevation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline areas. The Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 30-50 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently. Surface sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects below 2100m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline areas. The Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 20-30 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently. Surface sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects below 1600m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Trace to 15cm new snow across the bulletin region accompanied by moderate NW and now SW winds building slab immediate lees in the alpine and exposed tree line. New snow burying weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A light dusting is covering up widespread Surface Hoar (8mm in valley bottom, 2-3mm near ridge crests). Hard windslabs are prevalent in the Alpine, especially on W-facing or exposed terrain. Sun and warm temps formed a crust on solar slopes in the Alpine, and on all aspects below 1650m. The Jan 29 SH layer, buried 50-80cm, seems to be rounding.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">8cm new snow overlies wind pressed surfaces. A new crust from this weeks warm temps exists up to 2000m and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline areas. The Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 20-30 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently. Surface sun crusts on solar slopes into the alpine and a thin temperature crust all aspects below 1600m. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 5 cm of new snow sits on a variety of surfaces: wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">areas, </span><span class="s_3FE45715">sun crusts on solar slopes, and a thin temperature crust below 1600m.</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 20-30 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently.  Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5 to 15cm new snow (past 48hrs) across the bulletin region accompanied by moderate Westerly winds has formed slabs in immediate lees in the alpine and exposed tree line. New snow burying weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind slabs will develop Thursday morning with Strong SW winds and ~10cm of new snow. The new snow and strong winds will bury a new layer of SH in sheltered terrain, old hard wind slabs in the Alpine, and crusts on all aspects BTL and solar slopes into the Alpine. The Jan 29 SH layer, buried 50-80cm, seems to be rounding.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 5 cm of new snow sits on a variety of surfaces: wind effect in exposed alpine/treeline </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">areas, </span><span class="s_3FE45715">sun crusts on solar slopes, and a thin temperature crust below 1600m.</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 30-50 cm below the surface and hasn't produced avalanches recently. Shallow snowpack areas remain weak and faceted</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of new snow has fallen in the past 24-hrs with strong winds creating fresh, sensitive windslabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These slabs may be small, but will release easily on firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 30-40 cm below the surface and is unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5 to 15cm new snow past 4 days across the bulletin region accompanied by strong southwesterly winds has formed slabs in the alpine and exposed tree line. New snow burying weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Dec Facets down 20-70cm. Basal faceting &amp; depth hoar widespread throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm slabs developed Thursday with Strong SW winds and ~10cm of new snow, bringing our storm total to 30cm. The new snow and strong winds buried a layer of SH in sheltered terrain, old hard wind slabs in the Alpine, and crusts on all aspects BTL and solar slopes into the Alpine. The Jan 29 SH layer, buried 50-80cm, seems to be rounding.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">12cm of storm has been redistributed by strong to extreme SW winds on Monday creating new wind slabs.  This overlies a crust from last weeks warm temps up to 2000m and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack, with facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm, above Nov layers.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of new snow has fallen in the past 24-hrs with strong winds creating fresh, sensitive windslabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These slabs may be small, but will release easily on firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/ sun crust interface exists 30-40 cm below the surface and is unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30 cm of new snow has fallen in the past 48-hrs with strong west winds creating fresh wind slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust interface exists 30-50 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree line from past weeks winds and incremental precipitation. Weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. December facets down 20-70cm, showing signs of rounding within bulleting region. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present throughout area up to 30 cm off the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Ongoing Strong S-SW winds and snowfall (up to 30 cm so far this week, and ~20 cm more coming Saturday) is building fresh reactive storm slabs. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The new snow sits over; small surface hoar in sheltered terrain below treeline; wind effect in the Alpine; and a crust on solar slopes into the alpine. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The Jan 29 SH layer, buried 60-120cm, is rounding.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-45 cm of new snow has fallen in the past 48-hrs with strong west winds creating fresh wind slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust interface exists 30-60 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-35 cm of new snow has fallen over the past 3 days. Strong west winds creating fresh wind slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust interface exists 30-50 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree line from strong SW winds and incremental precipitation. Weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. December facets down 20-70cm, showing signs of rounding within bulleting region. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present throughout area up to 30 cm off the ground.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The accumulating storm snow (~50cm) buried small surface hoar (Feb 15 SH 2-8mm) in sheltered areas below tree line, a crust on steep solar slopes and firm wind affected surfaces in the alpine. The Jan 29 surface hoar is down 70-120cm and is breaking down. Wind affected snow in the alpine and down into tree line.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-20 cm of snow is forecasted for Sat night through Sun. This will overlie pressed surfaces and hard windslabs from extreme SW winds. A melt freeze crust up to 2000m and higher on solar aspects is found 30-50 cm down, no failures in test on this layer. Well settled midpack. Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 50cm of new snow has fallen in the past 3 days. Strong west winds have created fresh wind slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer exists 30-50 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">30-45 cm of new snow has fallen over the past 4 days. Previous strong west winds created slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust interface exists 40-60 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 15 cm of new snow. New wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree line from strong SW winds and incremental precipitation. Weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. December facets down 20-70cm, showing signs of rounding within bulletin region. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40-60cm of storm snow over the last few days, with the higher amount being on the West side of the Park. Wind affected snow in the alpine and down into tree line. The Feb 15 surface hoar (2-8mm) is down 40-70cm and most prevalent below tree line. The Jan 29 surface hoar is down 70-120cm and breaking down. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 60cm of new snow has fallen over the past 4 days. Previous strong west winds created slabs at treeline and above. Areas to the west received the most snow. These wind slabs may release easily on the various firm surfaces underneath. </span><span class="s_AA239A9B">The</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust interface exists 40-60 cm below the surface and is currently unreactive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">30-45 cm of recent storm snow was being redistributed into soft slabs in alpine areas on Monday. The new wind slabs could be overlying older and deeper ones from the previous wind event. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution, is 40-60 cm down and is producing hard sudden planar results in some snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New and old wind slabs created over the last week. Latest Northerly winds contributing to reversed loading. Weak temperature crust up to 1900m and solar crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. December facets down 20-70cm, showing signs of rounding within bulletin region. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present throughout area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40-60cm of storm snow over the weekend, more on the west side of the Park than the east. Wind affected snow in the alpine and down into tree line, with strong N'ly winds reverse loading on S'ly aspects . The Feb 15 surface hoar (2-8mm) is down 50-80cm and most prevalent below tree line. The Jan 29 surface hoar is down 80-130cm and breaking down. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25-40cm of new storm snow has fallen with cooling temps and light wind. This overlies pressed surfaces and hard windslabs from previous extreme SW winds. A melt freeze crust up to 2000m and higher on solar aspects is found 20-50 cm down, no failures yet in test profiles on this layer. Well settled midpack. Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">30-45 cm of recent storm snow was being redistributed into soft slabs in alpine areas on Monday. The new wind slabs could be overlying older and deeper ones from the previous wind event. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution, is 40-60 cm down and is producing hard sudden planar results in some snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent storm snow has been redistributed by winds to create widespread wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces in alpine a tree-line elevations. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution, is 40-60 cm down and is producing variable results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15 cm of recent snow has been redistributed by recent Northerly winds causing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/reverse-loading" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">reverse loading</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in many locations with wind slab development in Alpine and exposed terrain at treeline. A weak temperature crust can be found up to 1900m on all aspects with a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present at throughout area</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New snow over the weekend is being redistributed by strong N'ly winds throughout the park. Wind effected snow in the Alpine and down into Treeline on many open, exposed aspects. The Feb 15 surface hoar/solar crust is down 50-80cm and most problematic at and below Treeline. Cold temps are promoting surface faceting, softening the surface slabs.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Recent storm snow has been redistributed by winds to create widespread wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces in alpine a tree-line elevations. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution, is 40-75 cm down and is producing hard sudden planar results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces exist in many alpine and tree-line elevations. Sheltered areas have a soft, facetted surface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution and reactivity, but is generally 40-60 cm down and producing hard to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15 cm of recent snow has been redistributed by recent Northerly winds causing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/reverse-loading" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">reverse loading</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in many locations with wind slab development in Alpine and exposed terrain at tree line. A weak temperature crust can be found up to 1900m on all aspects with a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar present at throughout area</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Lingering and reactive windslabs from strong Nly winds exist at all elevations in open, exposed terrain. Cold temps are working to soften these slabs. The Feb 15 surface hoar/solar crust is down 50-80cm and most problematic at and below Treeline.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces exist in many alpine and treeline elevations. Sheltered areas have a soft, facetted surface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution and reactivity, but is generally 40-75 cm down and producing hard to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces exist in many alpine and tree-line elevations. Sheltered areas have a soft, facetted surface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution and reactivity, but is generally 40-60 cm down and producing hard to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15cm of recent snow has been redistributed by northerly winds causing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/reverse-loading" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">reverse loading</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in many locations with wind slab development in Alpine and exposed terrain at tree line. A weak temperature crust present up to 1900m on all aspects with a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar found throughout the forecast area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Wind slabs formed early in the week are softening with cold temperatures. These lingering slabs, formed during strong northerly winds, can be found in open exposed terrain. The Feb 15 surface hoar/solar crust is down 50-70 cm. This layer is not been observed to be reactive in stability tests or to skier loads in the past few days.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Variable winds M-S forming new windslabs 10-30cm deep. This overlies pressed surfaces and old hard windslab 10-30 cm deep, or Feb crust. Feb 15 crust is 1 cm thick and exists to tree line all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, beginning to break down, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Wind effect, wind slabs and scoured surfaces exist in many alpine and tree-line elevations. Sheltered areas have a soft, facetted surface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is variable in distribution and reactivity, but is generally 40-75 cm down and producing hard to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and some treeline elevations. 20-40 cm of soft faceted recent storm snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 interface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35 to 60 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15cm from last weekend has been redistributed by northerly winds causing </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/reverse-loading" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">reverse loading</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in many locations with wind slab development in Alpine and exposed terrain at tree line. A weak temperature crust present up to 1900m on all aspects with a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar found throughout the forecast area.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Wind slabs from early in the week still linger in exposed terrain - these formed from West switching to strong Northerly winds. The February 15 surface hoar/solar crust is down 30-70 cm. This layer hasn't been reactive in stability tests or to skier traffic in the past couple days, but surprised several parties early in the week.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and some treeline elevations. 20-40 cm of soft faceted recent storm snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 interface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35 to 70 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing hard sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and some treeline elevations. 20-40 cm of soft faceted recent storm snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 interface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35 to 60 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind slabs over previous hard surfaces which is a solid well bridged mid-pack. A weak temperature crust is buried approximately 10-20cm down and up to 1900m on all aspects which then a sun crust on solar aspects up to 2800m. Basal facets &amp; depth hoar are typically located near the ground. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">The forecasted new snow will bury wind affect at tree line and above, sun crust on steep solar aspects at all elevations and facetted surfaces everywhere else. The Feb 15 surface hoar/sun crust is down 30-70 cm and has not been reactive in tests or skier traffic in the past couple days, but may re-awaken with the new load and warming temps.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Strong to extreme winds have formed hard windslabs 10-30cm deep. This overlies pressed surfaces and old hard windslab 10-30 cm deep, or Feb crust. Feb 15 crust is 1 cm thick and exists to tree line all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, beginning to break down, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and some treeline elevations. 20-40 cm of soft faceted recent storm snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 interface. The Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35 to 70 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing hard sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and treeline. Thin sun crust on steep solar aspects. 20-40 cm of faceted snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 sun crust/hard slab interface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35-60 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">1 cm of new snow over sun crust on solar slopes. New snow has been accompanied by strong westerly winds, suspect new wind slab formation on lee slopes in the alpine and tree line elevations. Alpine stripped to rock at ridgetop &amp; open features. There is weak snow layer at the bottom of the snowpack, this is widespread throughout the park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">15-20cm of new snow buries a facet layer, small surface hoar (2-4mm) in sheltered areas tree line and below and a crust on steep solar aspects. The Feb 15 surface hoar/sun crust is down 30-70 cm and has not been reactive in tests or skier traffic in the past couple days, but may re-awaken with the new load and warming temps.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Extensive wind effect in the alpine and treeline. Thin sun crust on steep solar aspects. 20-40 cm of faceted snow in sheltered areas over the Feb 15 sun crust/hard slab interface. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 35-70 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing hard sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cm of new snow overlays previous surfaces which include wind effected and faceted snow and sun-crusts. The Feb 15 sun-crusts/hard slab interface is down 30-50 cm. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 40-70 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10 cm of new snow over sun crust on solar slopes and old wind slabs in wind ward areas. Alpine stripped to rock at ridge top &amp; open features. There is a weak snow layer at the bottom of the snowpack, this is widespread throughout the park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25-30cm of storm snow overlies a facet layer, small surface hoar in sheltered areas Treeline and below, and a sun crust on steep solar aspects. The Feb 15 surface hoar/sun crust is down 50-80cm and has not been reactive in tests the last few days, but may re-awaken with the new load and warming temps.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30 cm storm snow fell close to the dived on Monday. This tappers to 10 cm in front ranges. Warm temps are creating soft slabs in storm snow. This overlies windslab 10-30 cm deep. Feb 15 crust is 1 cm thick and exists to tree line all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-50 cm of new snow overlays a variety of surfaces that include wind pressed snow, facets and sun-crusts. The Feb 15 sun-crust/hard slab interface is down 30-50 cm. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 50-80 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing hard sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25cm of recent snow overlays previous surfaces which include wind effected and faceted snow and sun-crusts. The Feb 15 sun-crusts/hard slab interface is down 40-60cm. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 50-80 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20cm of new snow around the Parker Ridge area in the last 48hrs. Moderate SW winds are building fresh wind slabs in the alpine. Freezing levels are around 2100m. A crust below the top 25-40cm of snow is decomposing and can be found below 2500m. There is a weak facet snow layer at the bottom of the snowpack, this is widespread throughout the park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30-35cm of storm snow overlies a facet layer, small surface hoar in sheltered areas Treeline and below, and a sun crust on steep solar aspects. The Feb 15 surface hoar/sun crust is down 50-80cm and may become active with the new load, warming temps, and wind transport. Plenty of loose, dry snow up high for wind redistribution.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Over 60cm of storm snow in the alpine since Sunday with mod SW winds forming storm slabs up to 100cm. Rain soaked snow to at least 1800m. This overlies old windslab 10-30 cm deep. Feb 15 crust is 1 cm thick and exists to tree line all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-25cm of recent snow overlays previous surfaces which include wind effected and faceted snow and sun-crusts. The Feb 15 sun-crusts/hard slab interface is down 40-60cm. T</span><span class="s_AA239A9B">he</span><span class="s_3FE45715"> Jan 30th surface hoar/sun crust layer is down 50-80 cm and variable in distribution and reactivity, producing moderate sudden planar to no results in snowpack tests.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30cm of snow over the past 3-days has made for a smooth, well-bonded snow surface up to treeline with limited wind effect in alpine areas. Warm temperatures have created wet snow and crust below about 1600m with some snowballing on the surface. Watch for buried sun crusts on S and W aspects; always a concern during the second half of the winter.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20cm of new snow around the Parker Ridge area brings the Storm total to 35 cm since Feb 28. The new snow is low density. Freezing levels are around 2100m. A crust below the top 25-40cm of snow is decomposing and can be found below 2500m. There is a weak facet snow layer at the bottom of the snowpack, this is widespread throughout the park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30-35cm of warm snow overlies a sun crust on steep solar aspects, small surface hoar in sheltered areas Treeline and below, and facets/wind slab elsewhere. The Feb 15 surface hoar/sun crust is down 50-80cm and may wake up with the new load and warm temps. Plenty of loose, dry snow up high for wind transport during localized convective activity.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-30cm of snow over the past 3-days has made for a smooth, well-bonded snow surface up to treeline with limited wind effect in alpine areas. Warm temperatures have created wet snow and crust below about 1600m with some snowballing on the surface. Watch for buried sun crusts on S and W aspects; always a concern during the second half of the winter.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Thursday's moist surface snow will have frozen into a crust up to 2000m on solar aspects. Above 2000m, 40 cm of storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying a suncrust buried on February 16. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation (ECTP 21). North aspects don't hold this crust.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Parkers Ridge Area has received up to 35 cm of new snow in the past 4 days, this snow was accompanied by light winds and warm temps. A crust below the top 25-40cm of snow is decomposing and can be found below 2500m on south aspects. There is a weak facet snow layer at the bottom of the snowpack, this is widespread throughout the park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Cooling temps Thursday evening will create a crust at lower elevations. Earlier this week at TL we received ~45cm of snow, warm temps, and strong winds creating storm slabs. The new snow overlies the Feb 26th interface which consists of surface hoar, crusts, facets, and hard wind slabs depending on aspect elevation, incline, and terrain feature.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Over 70cm of snow and mod SW winds formed storm slabs up to 100cm in ALP. BTL the storm rained to 2000m before temps cooled bringing 15-20cm snow. This overlies old windslab 10-30 cm deep. Feb 15 crust is 1 cm thick and exists to tree line all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-200 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Thursday's moist surface snow will have frozen into a crust up to 2000m on solar aspects. Above 2000m, 40 cm of storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying a suncrust buried on February 16. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation (ECTP 21). North aspects don't hold this crust.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of new snow overlies a melt freeze crust from Thursdays warming, this crust can be found up to 1900m on solar aspects. Above 1900m, 40 cm of previous storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying a suncrust buried on February 16. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Feb 28-Mar 2 storm deposited 35cm of snow at Parkers Ridge Area. 10-15cm fell further to the North. Suspect a new sun crust on solar aspects from Friday. A crust down 25-40cm from the surface is decomposing but can still be found below 2500m on south aspects. There is a widespread weak facet layer at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Fluctuating temps have settled the upper snowpack &amp; created a surface crust below 1500m (higher on solars). </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 45cm of snowfall early in the week, with warm temps and a brief wind spike, created storm slabs over the Feb 26th interface - wind effect in open areas, small surface hoar and facets in sheltered terrain, and sun crust on steep solars.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of new snow overlies a melt freeze crust from Thursdays warming, this crust can be found up to 1900m on solar aspects. Above 1900m, 40-60 cm of previous storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying a suncrust buried on February 16. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-15cm of new snow overlies a melt freeze crust from Thursdays warming, this crust can be found up to 1900m. Above 1900m, 40 cm of previous storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying the February 16 sun crust on steep southerly aspects. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sun crust forming on solar aspects. 10-30cm of recent storm snow is </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/settlement" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">settling</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> well and so far has only been a concern in exposed areas where wind slab development has occurred. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing but can still be found below 2500m on south aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Fluctuating temps have settled the upper snowpack &amp; created a surface crust below 1500m (higher on solars). </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 45cm of snowfall early in the week with warm temps and a brief wind spike, created storm slabs over the Feb 26th interface - wind effect in open areas, small surface hoar and facets in sheltered terrain, and sun crust on steep solars.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">90cm of snow and mod SW winds formed storm slabs in ALP close to the continental divide. Rain crust found 30 cm down within storm snow up to 2000m. This overlies old windslab 10-30 cm deep. Feb 15 crust, 1 cm thick, exists to treeline all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Well settled midpack. Facets above Dec 4 crust, buried 150-250 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-15cm of new snow overlies a melt freeze crust from Thursdays warming, this crust can be found up to 1900m. Above 1900m, 40 cm of previous storm snow has solidified into a slab overlying the February 16 sun crust on steep southerly aspects. This combination should now be watched closely, as it produces whumphs and tests indicate propagation.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 20-40 cm of snow has solidified into a slab overlying the February 16 sun crust on steep southerly aspects. Solar heating has created new crusts on steep solar slopes. Westerly winds returned Sunday to create light wind effect on alpine slopes. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A weak sun crust forming on solar aspects. 10-30cm of recent snow is </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/settlement" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">settling</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> well and has only been a concern in exposed areas where wind slab development has occurred. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing but can still be found below 2500m on south aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">40cm of settling snow sits on top of the Feb 26th interface of small surface hoar in sheltered areas and a crust on steep solar aspects. A surface crust exists up to ~1500m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Soft, dry snow snow can be found in sheltered areas on Northerly terrain features.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 30-40 cm of snow has solidified into a slab overlying the February 16 sun crust on steep southerly aspects. Solar heating has created new crusts on steep solar slopes. Westerly winds returned Sunday to create light wind effect on alpine slopes. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 5-15 cm of new snow over a sun crust on steep solar aspects that exists up to about 2600 m. Northerly winds forming new wind slabs in alpine terrain. February 16 sun crust down 20-40 cm on steep southerly aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled. Typical shallow areas remain faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moderate to strong NNW wind is redistributing 10-30cm of recent snow and forming fresh wind slab at tree line and above. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing but can still be found below 2500m on south aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A surface crust exists up to ~1500m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Soft, dry snow snow can be found in sheltered areas on Northerly terrain features. 40cm of settling snow sits on top of the Feb 26th interface of small surface hoar in sheltered areas and a crust on steep solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30 cm of storm snow has been redistributed into windslab by mod-strong SW winds. This overlies March 3 rain crust. An additional 50 cm of settling snow over the Feb 15 crust that exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">At the time of writing it is snowing heavily with 20-30cm forecast.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 5-15 cm of new snow over a sun crust on steep solar aspects that exists up to about 2600 m. Northerly winds forming new wind slabs in alpine terrain. February 16 sun crust down 30-50 cm on steep southerly aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 60-90 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled. Typical shallow areas remain faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 5-20 cm of snow over a sun crust on steep solar aspects that exists up to about 2600 m. Little in the way of wind slab development today. February 16 sun crust down 20-40 cm on steep southerly aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled. Typical shallow areas remain faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> Moderate NW wind is redistributing surface snow &amp; forming fresh wind slab in exposed alpine terrain. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing but can still be found below 2300m on south aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A surface crust exists up to ~1500m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Soft, dry snow can be found in sheltered areas on Northerly terrain features. 40cm of settling snow sits on top of the Feb 26th interface of small surface hoar in sheltered areas and a crust on steep solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> 5-20 cm of snow over a sun crust on steep solar aspects that exists up to about 2600 m. Little in the way of wind slab development today. February 16 sun crust down 20-40 cm on steep southerly aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled. Typical shallow areas remain faceted.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of low density snow </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> that exists up to about 2600 m. North winds overnight Wed may develop wind effect and small windslabs in the alpine. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sheltered areas hold up to 30cm low density snow over top a well settled mid pack. Previous NW winds added to cornice growth and slab development in the alpine. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing but can still be found below 2300m on south aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack in all areas</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Northerly ridge top winds have reverse loading lee features in the alpine. Surface crust exists up to ~1500m on all aspects and higher on solar aspects. Soft, dry snow can be found on Northerly terrain features. 30cm of settling snow sits on top of the Feb 26th interface of small surface hoar in sheltered areas and a crust on steep solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of low density snow </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> that exists up to about 2600 m. North winds overnight Wed may develop wind effect and small windslabs in the alpine. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of low density snow </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> that exists up to ~2600m. Moderate North winds over Wednesday night created some wind effect in high alpine terrain. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sheltered areas hold up to 30cm low density snow over top a well settled mid pack. Moderate NW winds adding to cornice growth in the alpine; wind effect tree line and above. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing and found below 2300m on S aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack all areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Incoming snow will cover a variety of surfaces - a crust on steep solar aspects (widespread below 1500m), settled pow in shaded/sheltered areas, and wind effect in the alpine from Northerly switching to SW winds. The Feb 26th interface (small surface hoar or suncrust) lingers down 30-40cm but has not been reactive recently.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">M-S SW winds are forming windslabs up to 70cm deep, this overlies old windslabs and a March 3 rain crust. An additional 50 cm of settling snow over the Feb 15 crust that exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of low density snow </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715"> that exists up to ~2600m. Moderate North winds over Wednesday night created some wind effect in high alpine terrain. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm. Lower snowpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">A new sun crust has formed over 5-10 cm of snow that </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Winds on Wednesday developed reactive slabs in high alpine terrain and further slab development is ongoing Friday. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sheltered areas hold up to 30cm low density snow over top a well settled mid pack. Moderate NW winds adding to cornice growth in the alpine; wind effect tree line and above. A crust down 25-40cm is decomposing and found below 2300m on S aspects. A widespread weak facet layer still lurks at the bottom of the snowpack all areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">New snow (up to 15cm by Saturday morning), is covering a variety of surfaces - a crust on steep solar aspects up to Treeline (widespread to 1500m), settled pow in shaded/sheltered areas, and wind effect in exposed alpine areas. The Feb 26 interface (small surface hoar or suncrust) lingers down 30-40cm but has not been reactive recently.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">A new sun crust has formed over 5-10 cm of snow that </span><a href="https://avalanche.ca/map?panel=mountain-information-network-submissions%2F611af1bc-9fff-11ec-88ee-8e7c674ce7d1" target="_blank"><span class="s_B5813F7D">sits over a sun crust on steep solar aspects</span></a><span class="s_3FE45715">. Winds on Wednesday developed reactive slabs in high alpine terrain and further slab development is ongoing Friday. February 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on west, south and east aspects. January 30 facet or sun crust interface is down 50-80 cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-15 cm of new snow over a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects. New wind slabs/cornices forming in the alpine with moderate to strong SW winds. Feb 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on steep solar aspects. Jan 30 sun crust or facet interface down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled with typical weak facets found in shallow areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sheltered areas Treeline and below hold 10-20cm of soft snow over top a strong settled mid pack. Most alpine surfaces have been sculpted by previous winds and has a cornucopia of characteristics. A temperature crust down 10-30cm is decomposing and generally below 2300m on solar aspects. A facet and depth hoar layer is at the bottom of the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20-30cm of low density storm snow covers a crust up to 1500m on all aspects and up to tree line on solar aspects. Storm slab is forming as the snow continues to accumulate. The Feb 26 interface (small surface hoar or a crust) is down 40-50cm.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Extreme SW winds and warm temps have pressed surface snow and created windslabs up to 70cm deep in alpine. This overlies old windslabs and the March 3 rain crust. An additional 50 cm of settling snow over the Feb 15 crust that exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15 cm of new snow over a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects. New wind slabs/cornices forming in the alpine with moderate to strong SW winds. Feb 16 sun crust down 40-50 cm on steep solar aspects. Jan 30 sun crust or facet interface down 60-90 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled with typical weak facets found in shallow areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of very low density snow over a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects. Very little wind or wind effect observed today. Feb 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on steep solar aspects. Jan 30 sun crust or facet interface down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled with typical weak facets found in shallow areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sheltered areas tree line and below hold 10-20cm of soft snow over top a strong settled mid pack. Alpine snow has been sculpted by previous winds and presents as a variety of surfaces . A temperature crust down 10-30cm is decomposing and generally below 2300m on steep solar aspects. A facet and depth hoar layer is at the bottom of the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">~40cm of storm snow covers a crust (March 11) up to 1500m on all aspects and up to tree line on solar aspects. The March 7 (surface hoar / crust) is buried ~50cm.The Feb 26 (surface hoar / crust) is down ~70cm. The Feb 15 surface hoar is down 90-130cm and decomposing.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Excellent snow quality in sheltered areas.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of very low density snow over a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects. Very little wind or wind effect observed today. Feb 16 sun crust down 30-40 cm on steep solar aspects. Jan 30 sun crust or facet interface down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled with typical weak facets found in shallow areas.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of new snow sits on a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects, and either previous wind effect or soft snow on other aspects.  Several buried sun crust layers exist on steep solar aspects,. but the most concerning have been (Feb 16 down 40-50 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm). The lower snow pack is generally well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 15 mm of new snow since Friday. Sheltered areas tree line and below hold 10-20cm of soft snow over top a strong settled mid pack. Alpine snow has a variety of surfaces . A temperature crust down 10-30cm is decomposing and generally below 2300m on steep solar aspects. A facet and depth hoar layer is at the bottom of the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">The storm snow is adding up, with ~45cm on the March 11 crust (up to 1500m on all aspects, up to treeline on solar aspects). The March 7 (surface hoar/crust) is down ~55cm, the Feb 26 (surface hoar/crust) is down ~75cm, and the Feb 15 surface hoar is down 90-130cm and decomposing. Mild temps are promoting low elevation storm slab development.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Below 1600m surface snow is moist down 50 cm. In alpine and treeline extreme SW winds and warm temps have pressed surface snow and continue to build new windslabs. This overlies old windslabs and the March 3 rain crust. Feb 15 crust down 60-100 cm exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-35 cm of new snow sits on a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects, and either previous wind effect or soft snow on other aspects. Several buried sun crust layers exist on steep solar aspects,. but the most concerning have been (Feb 16 down 40-50 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm). The lower snow pack is generally well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of new snow sits on a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects, and either previous wind effect or soft snow on other aspects. Several buried sun crust layers exist on steep solar aspects,. but the most concerning crust has been the Feb 16 down 40-50 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 35 cm of new snow since Friday in the Icefields area siting atop a well settled midpack. Less snow further north. A temperature crust down 20-50cm is decomposing and generally below 2300m on steep solar aspects. A facet and depth hoar layer is at the bottom of the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">~55cm of storm snow has buried the March 11 crust (up to 1500m on all aspects, up to treeline on solar aspects). The March 7 (surface hoar/crust) is down ~65cm, the Feb 26 (surface hoar/crust) is down ~80cm, and the Feb 15 surface hoar is down 100-140cm and decomposing. Mild temps are promoting low elevation storm slab development.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-35 cm of </span><span class="s_1681A555">new snow sits on a buried sun crust on steep solar aspects, and either previous wind effect or soft snow on other aspects. Several buried sun crust layers exist on steep solar aspects,. but the most concerning crust has been the Feb 16 down 40-50 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of new snow overlies a variety of surfaces including a buried sun crust on solar aspects, previous wind effect, and soft snow on polar aspects. Several buried sun crust layers exist on solar aspects, the most concerning being the Feb 16 down 40-60 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Regionally variable HST values up to 35cm over the past 4 days atop a solid mid-pack. Alpine and exposed TL scoured and sculpted by steady SW winds. Hard windslab present in lee features. Feb 13 interface down 20-50, present as MFc on solar aspects or DF interface on polar aspects with resistant reactivity through the region.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm snow continues to pile up (40-60cm of settled snow since Mar 11th), with moderate SW wind loading up lee aspects. Solar aspects now have several suncrusts buried in the upper snowpack. On shaded aspects there are several layers of small surface hoar in the upper and mid snowpack; March 7 (down ~70cm); Feb 26 (down 90cm); and Feb 15 (down &gt;1m)</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-30cm of new snow overlies a variety of surfaces including a buried sun crust on solar aspects, previous wind effect, and soft snow on polar aspects. Several buried sun crust layers exist on solar aspects, the most concerning being the Feb 16 down 40-60 cm and Jan 30 down 50-80 cm. The lower snow pack is generally well settled</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of recent snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts exist down 30-60 cm that are producing moderate results with stability tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations (below 1800 m that exists on all aspects) especially in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Parkers Ridge received up to 35cm of snow over the past 5 days which buried a variety of surfaces including wind scoured surfaces and hard slabs. The new snow has formed a wind slab in the Alp and TL. Feb 13 interface down 20-50, present as Melt Freeze crust on solar aspects or DF interface on polar aspects with profiles show resistant reactivity.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Storm snow has been piling up (45-70cm of settled snow since Mar 11th). Solar aspects treeline and below have a series of suncrusts below the storm snow (the most recent - Mar 11th - remains reactive). On shaded aspects several layers of small surface hoar may be found in the upper-mid snowpack; March 7 (down ~70cm); Feb 26 (90cm); and Feb 15 (&gt;1m)</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30 cm of new snow with moderate to strong south west winds&nbsp; have created new wind slabs 30-60 deep in alpine and treeline. This overlies old windslabs and the March 3 rain crust. Feb 15 crust down 70-120 cm exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of recent snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts exist down 30-60 cm that are producing moderate results with stability tests. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of recent snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts down 30-60 cm are producing moderate results in tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations that exists on all aspects, and has been reactive in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Parkers Ridge received up to 35cm between March 12-15 which buried a variety of surfaces including wind scoured surfaces and hard slabs. The new snow has formed a wind slab in the Alp and TL. Feb 13 interface down 20-50, present as Melt Freeze crust on solar aspects or DF interface on polar aspects with profiles showing resistant results..</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Incoming new snow adds to the 45-70cm of settled snow received since Mar 11th. Solar aspects treeline and below have a series of buried suncrusts (the most recent - Mar 11th and 7th - may sandwich weak/facetted snow between them). On shaded aspects, spotty small surface hoar may be buried down ~70cm (March 7), down 90cm (Feb 26), and &gt;1m (Feb 15).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of recent snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts down 30-60 cm are producing moderate results in tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations that exists on all aspects, and has been reactive in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of storm snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts down 30-60 cm are producing moderate results in tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations that exists on all aspects, and has been reactive in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There is a 1-5cm breakable temperature crust on all aspects below 1700m. Also a sun crust on solar aspects to at least 2100m. Freezing levels on Saturday were around 2200m. The midpack is mostly solid but there could be a Feb 13 interface down 20-50cm as a suncrust on solar aspects and a facet layer on polar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Incoming new snow adds to the 45-70cm of settled snow received since Mar 11th. Solar aspects treeline and below have a series of buried suncrusts (the most recent - Mar 11th and 7th - may sandwich weak, sugary snow between them). On shaded aspects, spotty small surface hoar may be buried down ~70cm (March 7), down 90cm (Feb 26), and &gt;1m (Feb 15).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind slabs 20-60cm deep at alpine and treeline. Below 2000m is a melt freeze crust of varying thickness. This overlies old windslabs and the March 3 rain crust. Feb 15 crust down 70-120 cm exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of recent snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts down 30-60 cm are producing moderate results in tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations that exists on all aspects, and has been reactive in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of storm snow forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects a variety of buried sun-crusts down 30-60 cm are producing moderate results in tests. In addition there is a buried temperature crust at lower elevations that exists on all aspects, and has been reactive in Kootenay Park.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There is a 1-5cm breakable temperature crust on all aspects below 1700m. Also a sun crust on solar aspects to at least 2100m. The midpack is mostly solid but there could be a Feb 13 interface down 20-50cm as a suncrust on solar aspects and a facet layer on polar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Approx 15cm of new snow fell in the last 24 hours with convective cells around the park. The Mar 11th suncrust is buried 50-70cm, and in some locations has weak, sugary snow around it. On shaded aspects, spotty small surface hoar may be buried down ~70cm (March 7), down 90cm (Feb 26), and &gt;1m (Feb 15).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">20-50 cm of storm snow is forming fresh wind slabs in alpine and some open treeline terrain with mod-strong SW winds. On solar aspects three different buried sun-crusts down 30-70 cm are producing moderate results in tests and remain a significant concern.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last week west winds brought 20-50 cm of snow and formed wind slabs in alpine and isolated treeline terrain. These slabs were buried Saturday by 5-15cm that again arrived with gusty W winds that formed small soft wind slabs. On Solar aspects several buried crusts are found 30 to 80 cm deep, Temperature crust up to 1800m is buried 40-50cm deep</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There is a 1-5cm breakable temperature crust on all aspects below 1700m. Also a sun crust on solar aspects to at least 2100m. The midpack is mostly solid but there could be a Feb 13 interface down 20-50cm as a suncrust on solar aspects and a facet layer on polar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-25cm of new snow over the last few days accompanied by moderate SW winds has likely built pockets of wind slab in the alpine. The Mar 11 sun crust is buried 50-70cm . On shaded aspects, spotty small surface hoar may be buried down ~70cm (March 7), down 90cm (Feb 26), and &gt;1m (Feb 15). The mid to lower snowpack is settled and strong.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Last week west winds brought 20-50 cm of snow and formed wind slabs in alpine and isolated treeline terrain. These slabs were buried Saturday by 5-15cm that again arrived with gusty W winds that formed small soft wind slabs. On Solar aspects several buried crusts are found 30 to 80 cm deep, Temperature crust up to 1800m is buried 50-60 cm deep</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm of recent snow overlies old wind slabs in alpine and isolated areas at treeline. The recent snow has formed new soft wind slabs in lee alpine features. Surface snow is moist on sheltered solar aspects at all elevations, and below 1700m on all aspects. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects and are found 30 to 80 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">There is a 1-5cm breakable temperature crust on all aspects below 1700m. Also a sun crust on solar aspects to at least 2100m. The midpack is mostly solid but there could be a Feb 13 interface down 20-50cm as a suncrust on solar aspects and a facet layer on polar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">March keeps delivering with ~35cm of new snow at TL in the last 4 days, and ~ 120cm in the last 10! Some wind and warm temperatures coupled with the new snow will likely form soft slabs in the Alpine and exposed areas of TL. The Mar 11 sun crust is buried 50-70cm. On shaded aspects, small surface hoar may be buried down ~80cm (March 7).</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Wind slabs 20-60cm deep at alpine and treeline. Below 2000m is a melt freeze crust of varying thickness. This overlies old windslabs and the March 3 rain crust. Feb 15 crust down 70-120 cm exists up to 2000m. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm of recent snow overlies old wind slabs in alpine and isolated areas at treeline. The recent snow has formed new soft wind slabs in lee alpine features. Surface snow is moist on sheltered solar aspects at all elevations, and below 1700m on all aspects. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects and are found 30 to 80 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong west winds on Wednesday caused extensive wind effect in the alpine and in open treeline features. Surface crust with moist snow underneath found on solar aspects in sheltered areas at treeline and all elevations below treeline. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects and are found 30 to 80 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Freezing levels were around 2300m on Wednesday afternoon. The top 10cm of snow at tree line was moist. Strong SW winds and new snow building are building wind slabs in the alpine and exposed tree line. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Recent storm snow is swiftly settling with the warm temps, and was moist on the surface up TL elevation on Tuesday. Strong wind, new snow, and above average temps will likely build fresh slabs in the Alp and exposed areas of TL on Wednesday afternoon into the overnight period. The March 11th crust is buried 40-70cm to 2000m and higher on solar asp.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Strong west winds on Wednesday caused extensive wind effect in the alpine and in open treeline features. Surface crust with moist snow underneath found on solar aspects in sheltered areas at treeline and all elevations below treeline. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects and are found 30 to 80 cm deep.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm in the last 24 hours overlies a new melt freeze crust which extends high into the alpine on solar aspects, and to 2200m on shady aspects. New snow becoming moist in the early PM. Up to treeline, the snow below the new crust was still moist from previous heat. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects and are found 10 to 80 cm deep. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5-10cm low density new snow, redistributed by strong SW winds, overlies yesterday's sun crust and melt-freeze crusts up to 2100m (1-10cm thick elevation dependent).</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Snow pack below 1700m is either wet or refrozen depending on the time of day and the solar input.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15 cm new snow overnight Wednesday with moderate winds covers a variety of spring surfaces. These include rain crust up to 2200m and solar crust into the alpine, and remnant wind slabs on alpine polar aspects buried on March 23. The March 11th crust is buried 40-70cm to 2000m and higher on solar asp.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm in the last 24 hours overlies a new melt freeze crust which extends high into the alpine on solar aspects, and to 2200m on shady aspects. New snow becoming moist in the early PM. Up to treeline, the snow below the new crust was still moist from previous heat. Several buried crusts exist on solar aspects. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts extend high into the alpine on solar aspects. On shady aspects, 10cm of snow from Thursday AM is well settled. Several persistent layers are buried in the snowpack, consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive but may wake up in the future as spring heat starts to penetrate deeper in the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">0-10cm low density new snow, redistributed by strong SW winds, overlies a sun crust at all elevations and a melt-freeze crust up to 2100m on all aspects</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Snow pack below 1700m is either wet or refrozen depending on the time of day and the solar input.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moist surface snow on all aspects to 1800m, higher on solar slopes. Above 1800m a rain crust exists on all aspects well into into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts extend high into the alpine on solar aspects. On shady aspects, 10cm of snow from Thursday AM is well settled. Several persistent layers are buried in the snowpack, consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive but may wake up in the future as spring heat starts to penetrate deeper in the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts extend high into the alpine on solar aspects. On shady aspects, 10cm of snow from Thursday AM is well settled. Several persistent layers are buried in the snowpack, consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive but may wake up in the future as spring heat starts to penetrate deeper in the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">0-10cm low density new snow, redistributed by strong SW winds, overlies a sun crust at all elevations and a melt-freeze crust up to 2100m on all aspects. Snow pack below 1700m is either wet or refrozen depending on the time of day and the solar input.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects (which breaks down with daytime warming) and extends into the alpine on solar aspects. Pockets of wind slab in the alpine and down into tree line. The March 11th crust is buried 40-70cm. Cold, dry powder snow can be found on sheltered, polar aspects at higher elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts extend high into the alpine on solar aspects. On shady aspects, 10cm of snow from Thursday AM is well settled. Several persistent layers are buried in the snowpack, consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive but may wake up in the future as spring heat starts to penetrate deeper in the snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 10 cm of new snow above 2000 m with minimal wind effect overlies sun crust at all elevations and a melt-freeze crust up to 2100m on all aspects. Snow pack below 1700m is mostly wet due to steady warm temperatures and rain.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">10-15cm of new snow above 1900m. A buried crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects (which is likely rain saturated) and extends into the alpine on solar aspects. Pockets of wind slab in the alpine and into tree line. The March 11th crust is buried 40-70cm. Cold, dry powder snow can be found on sheltered aspects at higher elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 25cm of new snow above 2000 m with minimal wind effect overlies sun crust at all elevations and a melt-freeze crust up to 2100m on all aspects. Snow pack below 1700m is mostly isothermal and unsupportive due to steady warm temperatures and rain. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A total of ~20cm new snow above 2000m. A buried crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects and extends into the alpine on solar aspects. Pockets of storm/wind slab in the alpine and into tree line. The March 11th crust is buried 50-80cm. Warm rain soaked the snowpack below tree line, preventing a crust recovery overnight.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moist surface snow on all aspects to 1800m, higher on solar slopes. Above 1800m a rain crust exists on all aspects well into into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 25cm of new snow above 2000 m with minimal wind effect overlies sun crust at all elevations and a melt-freeze crust up to 2100m on all aspects. Snow pack below 1700m is mostly isothermal and unsupportive due to steady warm temperatures and rain. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Diurnal temp swings control the upper snowpack - fast travel on a crust in the AM, sticky wet snow in the PM (scale back terrain use for the latter). Recent slab avalanches have failed in the upper snowpack, near the base on the the Dec. 1st crust/facet combo, and on the ground. On high N aspects, 20cm of dry snow has formed pockets of slab.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Surface melt freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m. On high elevation north aspects dry snow can be found. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up when the spring heat returns and penetrates the snowpack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Settled HN over a moist snowpack on solar slopes and, on all aspects, BTL. Mar 23rd sun crust (all elev.) and MFcr (all asp, up to 2100m) are present in the upper snowpack. Isothermal melt/freeze snowpack below 1700m.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Below treeline and on solar aspects to treeline the snowpack is probably isothermal with a weak crust, and or new snow capping the surface. At higher elevations, there is likely ~10cm of new snow overlying a variety of surfaces including, previous heavier snow, wind slabs, and possibly crusts.  </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. These are currently unreactive to skier triggering but may wake up as spring heat penetrates the snowpack</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Isolated thin windslabs exist in the alpine and mostly noted on immediate lee of features. Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sun crust on solar slopes to Mountain top. Melt Freeze crust on polar slopes up to 2200m, settled snow on north aspects above. Mar 23rd sun crust (all elev.) and Melt Freeze Crust (all asp, up to 2100m) are present in the upper snowpack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20-25cm of new snow fell at Treeline in the last 24hrs, burying a variety of surfaces including wind slabs, solar crusts, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m. The cool nights will form a surface crust below Treeline, softening with daytime warming. N'ly slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow. Late season cornices are LARGE! </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">We are seeing good overnight refreezes that deteriorate with day time warming. Moist surface snow on all aspects to 1800m, higher on solar slopes. Above 1800m a rain crust exists on all aspects well into into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Isolated thin windslabs exist in the alpine and mostly noted on immediate lee of features. Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Isolated thin wind slabs exist in the alpine : mostly noted in the immediate lee of features. Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Sun crust on solar slopes to Mountain top. Melt Freeze crust on polar slopes up to 2200m, settled snow on north aspects above. Moderate wind effect in the ALP.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15-35cm of new snow fell at Treeline and above in the last 36hrs (drainage dependant) burying a variety of surfaces including wind slabs, solar crusts to mountain top, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m. Northerly slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow. Late season cornices are LARGE! </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Isolated thin wind slabs exist in the alpine : mostly noted in the immediate lee of features. Surface melt-freeze crusts exist on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects dry snow exists. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Trace amounts of new snow over surface melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects, deeper dry snow persists with isolated thin wind slabs in the alpine. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">A light dusting of new snow covers a sun crust on solar slopes to Mountain top. Melt Freeze crust on polar slopes up to 2200m, settled snow on north aspects above. Moderate wind effect in the ALP.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">20-40cm of new snow fell at Treeline and above in the last 48hrs (drainage dependant) burying a variety of surfaces including wind slabs, solar crusts to mountain top, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m. Northerly slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow. The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Late season cornices are LARGE! </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Trace amounts of new snow now sits over surface melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects, deeper dry snow persists with isolated thin wind slabs in the alpine. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">2-5cm of low density new snow over surface melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects, deeper dry snow persists with isolated thin wind slabs in the alpine. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">As of sunday afternoon, 2-5 cm of new snow sits over a sun crust on solar aspects to Mountain top. A Melt Freeze crust exist's on northerly aspects up to 2200m with dry, well settled snow on true north slopes above that elevation. Moderate </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in the ALP.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">30-50cm of storm snow has accumulated at Treeline and above (drainage dependant due to convection) burying a variety of surfaces including wind slabs, solar crusts to mountain top, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m. Northerly slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow. The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Late season cornices are LARGE! </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">2-5cm of low density new snow over surface melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to approx. 2300m and higher on solar aspects. On high elevation north aspects, deeper dry snow persists with isolated thin wind slabs in the alpine. The mid-pack is well settled but has several persistent layers consisting of crusts and/or facets. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm of 24-hour sits on on melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to ~2300m and higher on solar aspects. Variable snow depths, and some areas up high on the Divide report up to 30 cm dry surface snow. Consistent winds have formed fresh windslabs. Some loose wet avalanches are expected in afternoons at low elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">As of Monday morning, up to 15 cm of new snow sits over a sun crust on solar aspects to Mountain top. A Melt Freeze crust exist's on northerly aspects up to 2200m with dry, well settled snow on true north slopes above that elevation. Moderate </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary#wind-effect" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">wind effect</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> in the ALP.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">45-65cm of storm snow at Treeline and above (drainage dependant due to convection) has buried a variety of surfaces including wind slabs, solar crusts to mountain top, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m. Northerly slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow. The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Late season cornices are LARGE! </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 15 cm of new snow with strong SW winds has forming 15-30 cm windslabs on refrozen surfaces. Refrozen surfaces exists on all aspects well into into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10cm of 24-hour sits on on melt-freeze crusts that can be found on all aspects up to ~2300m and higher on solar aspects. Variable snow depths, and some areas up high on the Divide report up to 30 cm dry surface snow. Consistent winds have formed fresh windslabs. Some loose wet avalanches are expected in afternoons at low elevations.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15cm of recent storm snow sits on a crust that can be found on all aspects up to ~2300m and higher on solar aspects. Variable snow depths, some high alpine areas on the Divide report up to 30cm dry surface snow. Consistent winds have formed fresh windslabs in lee terrain. Some loose wet avalanches are expected in the afternoon below treeline. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Strong SW winds are redistributing the recent snow into lee features in the alpine and down into treeline. The freezing level is around 2200m. There is a sun crust high into the alpine on solar aspects and and melt freeze crust up to 2200m. There is a well settled mid-pack. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">50-70cm of snow in the last 4 days at Treeline and above has buried a variety of surfaces (wind slabs, solar crusts to mtn top, and a melt/freeze crust to 2200m). Slopes in the Alpine hold cold, wintery snow, deeper on N'ly aspects. The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Late season cornices are LARGE, with fresh, fragile new lobes recently added. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-15cm of recent storm snow sits on a crust that can be found on all aspects up to ~2300m and higher on solar aspects. Variable snow depths, some high alpine areas on the Divide report up to 30cm dry surface snow. Consistent winds have formed fresh windslabs in lee terrain. Some loose wet avalanches are expected in the afternoon below treeline. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects down to at least 2000 m. On solar and windward aspects, soft moist snow exists below ridge crests but has been away near ridges, which are barren. Solar aspects will be crust on Thursday morning. Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas of ridges, but dissipate once down slope. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moderate to strong SW winds have redistributed recent snow (up to 15cm Icefields area) into lee features in the alpine and down into treeline. The freezing level is forecast to reach 2200m Thursday with little to no recovery. There is a sun crust high into the alpine on solar aspects and and melt freeze crust up to 2200m. Midpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Surface crust on all aspects to 1700 m, into the alpine on solar aspects.&nbsp; A series of late March/early April crusts are buried down below 30-80 cm of storm snow.&nbsp; This mostly fell as rain below treeline.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Northerly alpine slopes hold cold, wintery snow. The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Large cornices are present through out the parks. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects down to at least 2000 m. On solar and windward aspects, soft moist snow exists below ridge crests but has been away near ridges, which are barren. Solar aspects will be crust on Thursday morning. Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas of ridges, but dissipate once down slope. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects down to at least 2000m. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations, starting to break down on Thursday with warming.  Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas of ridges, and are still capable of being triggered.  </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Moderate to strong SW winds have redistributed recent snow (up to 15cm Icefields area) into lee features in the alpine and down into treeline. The freezing levels reaching well into TL with strong probability of rain on Friday. There is a sun crust high into the alpine on solar aspects and and melt freeze crust up to 2200m. Midpack is well settled.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Surface crust form over Friday morning at treeline and in the alpine on all aspects. Below treeline expect isothermal/spring snow. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">A series of late March/early April crusts are buried down below 30-80 cm of storm snow. This mostly fell as rain below treeline.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">The December 1st crust is down 1.5-2m. Large cornices are present through out the park.</span><span class="s_AA239A9B" /></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 19 cm of storm snow is settling and becoming moist with high freezing levels Thursday. SW winds formed 15-30 cm windslabs in alpine lees. New snow buried refrozen surfaces on all aspects well into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">15-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects down to at least 2000m. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations, starting to break down on Thursday with warming. Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas of ridges, and are still capable of being triggered. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. Despite the warm temps in the last 24 hrs, the crusts remained supportive except at lower below treeline elevations on Friday. Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas, and are still possible to trigger. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Varied snowpack with elevation and aspect. Sunny, BTL slopes mostly below threshold, definitely out below ~1600m. TL and below, expect a mixed bag of dust on crusts with improving support underfoot as the temps cool. Above TL, new precip and strong winds will build new windslabs on N to E aspects. Sheltered areas TL and above, could be epic!?</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Below treeline the spring snowpack has undergone several melt-freeze cycles.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">At upper elevations a dusting of new snow (up to 10cm) overlies a crust on most aspects, except N'rly alpine slopes where it's on settled dry snow. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Persistent crust layers from late March, and the deep persistent Dec 1st crust, may awaken with very large triggers/cornices.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. Despite the warm temps in the last 24 hrs, the crusts remained supportive except at lower below treeline elevations on Friday. Windslabs exist in immediate leeward areas, and are still possible to trigger. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20 cm of new snow fell with Friday's storm as temperatures dropped after a significant warm up. A thin surface crust over an isothermal snowpack was found at low elevations Saturday as temperatures cool. 10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5-15cm or recent storm snow has been redistributed by strong NW-SW wind building wind slabs upto 40cm deep in Alpine and exposed or </span><a href="https://www.avalanche.ca/glossary/terms/cross-loading" target="_blank"><span class="s_9255B882">cross loaded</span></a><span class="s_AA239A9B"> features at Tree line. Windslabs sit over a sun crust on solar aspects into the alpine &amp; a melt freeze up to 2300m on polar asp. Expect dry loose avalanches in steep terrain sheltered from wind. Mid pack.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Below treeline the spring snowpack has undergone several melt-freeze cycles.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Up high, mod-strong SW wind is redistributing up to 15cm of new snow, which overlies a crust on all but N'rly alpine slopes where it's on settled dry snow. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Persistent crust layers from late March, and the deeply buried Dec 1st crust, may awaken with large triggers/cornices.</span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20 cm of new snow fell with Friday's storm as temperatures dropped after a significant warm up. A thin surface crust over an isothermal snowpack was found at low elevations Saturday as temperatures cool. 10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20 cm of new snow fell with Friday's storm as temperatures dropped after a significant warm up. 10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">5-15cm or new snow since Thursday was redistributed by NW-SW building soft wind slabs up 30cm deep mainly in the Alpine. This precipitation was rain at lower elevations. Windslabs on solar aspects rest on a sun crust into the alpine &amp; a melt freeze crust up to 2300m. The mid pack is dense and supportive. Cornices are large. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Up high, mod-strong SW wind redistributed up to 15cm of new snow, which overlies a crust on all but N'ly alpine slopes where it's on settled dry snow.&nbsp; Below treeline the spring snowpack has undergone several melt-freeze cycles. The March 30th melt-freeze crust is buried 30-70cm deep. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">Up to 20 cm of new snow fell with Friday's storm as temperatures dropped after a significant warm up. 10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects a series of crusts exist in the snowpack at all elevations. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Up to 5cm of spotty flurries Sunday landing on a previous settled 10-15cm of soft snow over a melt freeze crust up to 2200m on all aspects. Previous light, gusting moderate, W-SW winds creating Wind slab 30cm deep in ALP have switched to a light-Moderate N-NW wind. The mid pack is supportive.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Up high, previous strong SW winds, now mod N'ly winds, redistributed 15cm of new snow into immediate lee features. These soft windslabs sit on a crust on all but N'ly alpine slopes, where settled dry snow is found. Below Treeline the spring snowpack currently has a solid supportive crust. The March 30th melt-freeze crust is buried 30-70cm deep. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">15 cm of storm snow in brings this weeks total to 25 cm. New snow buried refrozen surfaces on all aspects well into ALP. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled 1F to P. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Strong north winds in the north of the Park are building wind slabs in wind prone areas. The winds are less strong farther south but still likely building wind slabs in exposed areas. On solar aspects a 3cm sun crust exist up to 2400m under 10-15cm of snow. Likewise a 5cm melt-freeze crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects down 10cm. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Widespread wind effect in the Alpine and upper treeline has left behind wind slabs on specific terrain features, and stripped the new snow away in others; however, there are still reports of decent conditions in the Alpine in sheltered zones. At Treeline and below the spring snowpack currently has a solid supportive melt-freeze crust. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-30 cm of soft, dry snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of variable density snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Previous moderate north winds have created isolated wind slabs and reverse loading in wind prone areas. Marmot ski area reports these new slabs are bonding well to the previous surface. On solar aspects a 3cm sun crust exist up to 2400m under 10-15cm of snow. Likewise a 5cm melt-freeze crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects down 10cm. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Widespread wind effect in the Alpine and upper treeline has left behind wind slabs on specific terrain features, and scoured the new snow away in others; however, there are still reports of decent conditions in the Alpine in sheltered zones. At Treeline and below the spring snowpack currently has a solid supportive melt-freeze crust. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">10-20 cm of variable density snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of soft surface snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects and is very wind effected in the alpine. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Previous moderate north winds have created isolated wind slabs and reverse loading in wind prone areas. Marmot ski area reports these new slabs are bonding well to the previous surface. On solar aspects a 3cm sun crust exist up to 2400m under 10-15cm of snow. Likewise a 5cm melt-freeze crust exists up to 2200m on all aspects down 10cm. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">Wind effect in the alpine and at treeline from variable winds, has left behind wind slabs in many open terrain features, and scoured the new snow off of ridge crests.&nbsp; Settled powder can however still be found on sheltered alpine slopes. Below treeline the spring snowpack is currently locked in by a supportive melt-freeze crust. </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B">25 cm of four finger snow overlies refrozen surfaces on all&nbsp; aspects well into ALP. A near surface breakable crust exists on steep solar aspects. A series of crusts and windslab make up the midpack. Lower snowpack is well settled P - K. HS 250-300 cm near the continental divide.</span></p><p class="p_384D933F"><span class="s_AA239A9B"> </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5-10 cm of soft surface snow sits on a firm crust on N aspects and is very wind effected in the alpine. On solar aspects expect a variety of breakable crust and firm crusts that carry the weight of a skier, boarder or walker. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts exist at all elevations. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5- 10 cm of soft surface snow sits on crusts that exist on all aspects and elevations except above 2500m on N aspects. This snow has become wind affected in all but the most sheltered locations. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts also exists except for on high elevation north aspects again. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_AA239A9B">Previous moderate N winds have pressed surface snow and scoured exposed features TL and above. Isolated wind slabs and large cross loaded pockets exist in the alpine but have bonded well to previous surface. On solar aspects a faceting crust exist up to 2400m under 10-15cm of snow: a 1-5cm melt-freeze crust exists to 2200m all aspects down 10cm. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_1681A555">A supportive crust from valley bottom to ~2200m makes for quick travel (ski crampons recommended). Preserved soft snow can typically be found on Northerly slopes at higher elevations. Wind affected snow in the alpine from the Northerly winds these past few days with some pockets of wind slab. </span></p>
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</style><p class="p_CC664AAA"><span class="s_3FE45715">5- 10 cm of soft surface snow sits on crusts that exist on all aspects and elevations except above 2500m on N aspects. This snow has become wind affected in all but the most sheltered locations. Within the snowpack, a series of crusts also exists except for on high elevation north aspects again. Ski crampons are advisable.</span></p>
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{"blocks":[{"key":"6jde7","text":"Warm temps today and over the next few day may create a sun crust in open solar slopes. Observed snowballing and pin wheeling from the solar slopes today.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"ahme3","text":" Alpine areas have been heavily affected by the past week of strong winds and wind slabs are widespread at tree line and above. Ridges and ribs are stripped free of snow while lee and cross-loaded terrain have deep deposits of wind loaded snow. The November crust is down 30-100cm and is producing anywhere from moderate to no results.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"ajqua","text":"Alpine areas have been heavily affected by the past week of strong winds and wind slabs are widespread at tree line and above. Ridges and ribs are stripped free of snow while lee and cross-loaded terrain have deep deposits of wind loaded snow. The November crust is down 30-100cm and is producing anywhere from moderate to no results.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"ajqua","text":"Alpine areas have been heavily affected by the past week of strong winds and wind slabs are widespread at tree line and above. Ridges and ribs are stripped free of snow while lee and cross-loaded terrain have deep deposits of wind loaded snow. The November crust is down 30-100cm and is producing anywhere from moderate to no results.  Moist snow has been seen on steep solar aspects...So watch for another crust to get buried into the future.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"ajqua","text":"Alpine areas have been heavily affected by the past week of strong winds and wind slabs are widespread at tree line and above. Ridges and ribs are stripped free of snow while lee and cross-loaded terrain have deep deposits of wind loaded snow. The November crust is down 30-100cm and is producing anywhere from moderate to no results.  Moist snow has been seen on steep solar aspects...so expect a surface crust on these slopes.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"ajqua","text":"If the amount of snow is more than forecast or comes earlier with the winds, be mindful of fresh wind slabs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"4mh2a","text":"Alpine areas have been heavily affected by the past week of strong winds and hard wind slabs are widespread at tree line and above. Ridges and ribs have been previously stripped free of snow while lee and cross-loaded terrain have deep deposits of previous wind loaded snow.  The November crust is down 30-100cm and is still producing anywhere from moderate to no results.  Faceting has started near the Nov. crust and is something that will be followed closely as more load gets deposited.  Alpine temperatures reached near +2c on Monday.  Expect some surface crusts from this warming event or from last week's warming, especially on solar aspects.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"9u8b9","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"a4u7h","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"dbnha","text":"Up to 30cm of snow fell in the past 24hrs with only isolated variable winds in upper elevation.  This new snow is overlying a variety of surfaces from surface hoar (up to 2100m) and crusts (solar aspects) that formed in the big warm up last week as well as hard windslabs.  Carefully evaluate the bond of this new snow as it begins to strengthen over the next few days.  The November crust is down 50-80cm now and continues to produce variable results.  The snowpack felt a bit cakey along ridgelines on Wednesday so be watching for winds to increase making these windslabs more reactive.  In some areas below 2000m the snowpack was moist...","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"36af","text":"The new snow is over a variety of surfaces, surface hoar in isolated locations up to 2100m as well as crusts from last week warm temps and the early storms rain, as well the hard wind slabs.  The Nov. 6 crust is down 50-80cm there is a wide range of result on this layer it may become more sensitive with the new load uses caution in unsupported terrain.  Isolated wind slabs all aspects in the alpine.  New SH growth at all elevations.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"6h3m3","text":"Surface hoar is still building up to 2000m. Above that there is no significant growth. But the alpine surface hoar is still intact in most places. Surface faceting is also quite obvious, the snow is cold and \"grabby\" on the skis right now. The Dec 9 surface hoar continues to be elusive. Holes today didn't have it, and the new snow isn't cracking or settling. Speaking of new snow, there has been a lot of settlement in the snowpack. Storm snow is about 25cm at treeline. Also of note, the Nov crust is very thick and supportive in Commonwealth drainage. Faceting above/below the crust didn't appear to be a problem today.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"24igb","text":"Surface hoar continues to grow in sheltered areas at lower elevations. Due to the cold temperatures there is also significant surface faceting occurring. There remains very little wind effect on the recent snow, even in the Alpine, however forecasters did note some snow movement at mountain top today. The recent 25 to 30cm of low density surface snow sits over a wide variety of layers, including hard wind slabs, crusts and surface hoar. During the storm, the region experienced a widespread avalanche cycle involving this new snow, but in recent days there has been little to no activity. The November rain crust is faceting out, but the condition of the crust is becoming quite variable. In some areas it remains dense and easily carries the weight of a skier, while in other areas it has broken down significantly.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"21mi7","text":"A hint of wind last night moved some snow around up high which created a few non-reactive windslabs. We seem to have a slightly different snowpack in each drainage. In the Hero's Knob area the new snow rests on a solid mid-pack made up of either a windslab, or a thick re-frozen layer from the warm spell awhile back. In many  places the crust is smooth and its easy to scrub off the storm snow. For now all the crusts are well settled and hard to trigger.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7a902","text":"Winds are expected to increase to 80km/h on Tuesday.  Expect wind slabs in the alpine, especially just behind ridge crests and lee features.  One concern with this slabbing is that it will sit on top on a 1cm crust that was formed 10 days ago during the warm spell and could release on this crust.  Approach the alpine with caution and take the time to dig and look at this bond. The November 5 crust is about 60cm down and is showing faceting around it. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"23esl","text":"Up to 10cm of recent snow at treeline combined with the recent low density snow is being moved around by winds creating new windslabs in open areas up to 20cm thick.  These new windslabs are overlying a variety of snow surfaces from sun crusts, surface hoar and previous windslabs.  Evaluate this interface as you travel and feel for that drummy hollow feeling.  Deeper down the November crust still persists and should still be in your mind.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e4b75","text":"Thursday is expected to bring 10-15cm of snow for a total of about 30-40cm of loose snow that is starting to move around in the alpine.  The concern now is when this turns into a fresh wind slab, it will be sitting on top of the December 8 crust which will be about 30-40cm down.  This 0.5cm crust was formed during the warm spell 10 days ago and is quite a smooth surface for a slab to release on.  Approach tree line and lee features with your radar on.  With all this snow and wind coming, cornices will begin to grow.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"46s65","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2p3sg","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e4b75","text":"Our storm didn't pan out last night, but the winds sure did! Lots of transport today with new slabs at treeline and alpine elevations. As the slabs grow, the Dec 8th layer may become reactive. It all depends on the specific loading pattern. Expect the Dec 8th to be down anywhere from 20-50cm. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"489r5","text":"We managed to get a few more centimeters added to the snowpack yesterday and today. This actually helped the travel and ski quality down low today. Any open area at treeline and above has seen significant wind transport. There was a noticeable windslab that formed during the day today. This will essentially sit on the Dec 9th crust/facet layer left over from the warm spell. So far this layer is not reacting, but being a crust, we can expect faceting above it. In which case it could quickly become more reactive. The Dec 9th is down about 20-40 depending on loading patterns. The Nov5th crust is down about 80cm at treeline and again, it seems to be cooperating with the rest of the snow pack.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"3mjfn","text":"A few centimeters came in last night, which helped the skiing. Oddly enough, the winds haven't taken a huge toll on the treeline elevation. Great skiing was had today in sheltered treeline areas. The alpine is a different story...and not in a good way. Extensive wind transport has crossloaded most features and stripped the westerly aspects to gravel. Windslabs are widespread, and plump. Overall the snowpack is doing well with no scary layers. The Dec 9th and Nov 5th are down 45cm & 90cm at treeline.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"esmud","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"du4oo","text":"EDIT 1030am Sunday: We've received 20-35 cm of snow over Saturday night. Extreme westerly winds have also contributed to a higher than expected hazard rating. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e10j","text":"Up to 25cm of new snow,  with very strong winds lee slopes would have much more snow possibly up to 1m.  20-100cm overlying the Dec 8th facet crust interface.  Wide spreed wind affect in Alpine in to open tree line features.  Caution for reverse loading with the strong North winds.  Found soft to hard slabs. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e10j","text":"Up to 5cm of new snow over night,  30-80cm overlying the Dec 8th surface hoar, facet, crust interface.  Widespread wind affect in Alpine in to tree line features.  Caution for reverse loading with the strong North winds.  Settlement in the upper snow pack might make it more sensitive to skier traffic around tree line features.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8ha6n","text":"40 to 50cm of snow fell in a very short period of time, which has overloaded the snowpack. Winds were strong out of the north during the storm, so expect widespread wind slabs at Treeline and above. The Dec 8th layer of surface hoar/crust/facets remains on the radar, especially with this new load. The Nov rain crust is now deeply buried in the snowpack, and while it hasn't been reactive recently, it could easily wake up with the new snow load. Field observations were very limited today, and forecasters will be going out with eyes wide open on their next field day - the snowpack has experienced significant change!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"dt9no","text":"The storm snow has settled quickly and now sits at about 30cm in sheltered areas. Northern winds have taken a toll in open terrain and formed soft windslabs in many areas. The alpine has extensive wind affect at the moment. Alpine and treeline windslabs are now \"layered\" with slabs of varying vintages. We have seen evidence of avalanches within these layered wind slabs. The Deb 8th and Nov 5th layers are still out there and have reacted in many areas under the new load. We suspect its mostly the Dec 8 crust/facet layer that most guilty, but its also appeared that the Nov 5th has also been a culprit. See the  Avalanche Summary for more details.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"45flj","text":"Strong winds is the main thing to talk about with regards to the snowpack.  Winds over the past 24hrs have been strong out of the SW and most alpine areas have been highly affected.  In some areas we are seeing windslabs overloading the basal November crust triggering large avalanches that are running to the valley floor.  Expect to encounter windslabs at open areas at treeline and expect the windslabs to fail in steep or crossloaded areas down 40-60cm at the Dec 8th interface.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e027a","text":"5cm of snow over the past 24hrs is overlying the recent wind slabs that were developed during the Christmas break.  Alpine areas are significantly wind affected with some ridgelines scrubbed down to rock and other filled with plump slabs.  In some areas the the overburden of the new wind loaded snow awoke the facets overlying the Nov crust triggerring isolated deep slab avalanches up to sz 3.   At treeline windslabs are more specific in nature and unsupported or crossloaded features should be places to avoid.  Hollow or drummy sounds are a good indication you are moving into wind affected terrain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e1esk","text":"2 to 3cm of new snow overnight, adds to the 5cm that fell yesterday. Alpine areas are significantly affected by wind, with widespread wind slabs present. These are now somewhat disguised by the recent snow. The depth and character of these slabs is highly variable. Dig down and evaluate the recent interface before entering a line. The November crust layer has been active in a few recent avalanches which indicates it's potential if overloaded. This layer is also highly variable in character, and will be on our minds for some time to come.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"18fel","text":"Up to 15cm of recent snow overlies a variety of previous surfaces. This surface snow is soft and fluffy in some areas, and wind affected in others, especially as you transition to the Alpine. Extensive wind slabs were formed in the pre-Christmas storm, and it is worth noting that the storm arrived with extreme Northerly winds, which switched to extreme SW winds in the following days. Therefore, the region has buried wind slabs on virtually all aspects. The depth and character of these slabs is highly variable, and it is worth a dig before committing to more aggressive terrain. Forecasters are still tracking the Dec 8th layer (surface hoar, facets, crust) now down 40 to 80cm, but this layer has been inactive in recent days. The November rain crust is also worth keeping an eye on, as it has been responsible for a few recent large avalanches.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"18fel","text":"This surface snow is soft and fluffy in some areas, and wind affected in others, especially as you transition to the Alpine. Extensive wind slabs were formed in the pre-Christmas storm, and it is worth noting that the storm arrived with extreme Northerly winds, which switched to extreme SW winds in the following days. Therefore, the region has buried wind slabs on virtually all aspects. The depth and character of these slabs is highly variable, and it is worth a dig before committing to more aggressive terrain. Forecasters are still tracking the Dec 8th layer (surface hoar, facets, crust) now down 40 to 80cm, but this layer has been inactive in recent days. The November rain crust is also worth keeping an eye on especially in shallow snowpack areas where it might be possible to skier trigger this layer,  If or when it slides it will end up bing a large avalanche.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"531kk","text":"Generally a strong snowpack.  The alpine consists of a couple of generations of wind slabs.  The first being the surface wind slabs(top 10cm) that have formed in the last couple of days. The second wind slab is below the surface one which goes down about 30-40cm which was formed during the strong variable Christmas winds. Approach alpine features with wind slabs on your mind. The Dec. 7 and Dec 15 layers are about 40 to 80cm down and are still identifiable but mostly unreactive.  The November 5 crust is mostly a concern for triggering in steep shallow areas where the facets overtop of the Nov. crust are much more prominent","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"phqf","text":"For December its s good snowpack!  The main concern is the generations of windslabs that currently exist in the upper snowpack.  As you transition from the trees into the more wind affected treeline and alpine be looking for these windslabs and be thinking about thick to thin snowpack areas.  Thin weak areas will be the most likely places to trigger these windslabs that may also step down to the basal november crust. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"e7ksl","text":"Winds on Friday were increasing and as s result we were seeing more pronounced windslabs development in the region especially in the alpine and into treeline.  Our Snowpack mainly consist of generations of windslabs overlying a relatively strong mid pack with the Basal November rain crust at the lower elevations.   For december it has been a fairly stable snowpack with the windslabs in the upper snowpack as the primary concern but that is all likely to change with the incoming storm.  As we did pre Christmas, we are expecting to see avalanches in the upper snowpack and the possibility of the basal facets and November crust becoming overloaded and failing triggering large avalanches. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"6d7f2","text":"Pronounced windslab development in the region especially in the alpine and into treeline.  Our Snowpack mainly consist of generations of windslabs overlying a relatively strong mid pack with the Basal November rain crust at the lower elevations.   For december it has been a fairly stable snowpack with the windslabs in the upper snowpack as the primary concern but that is all likely to change with the incoming storm.  As we did pre Christmas, we are expecting to see avalanches in the upper snowpack and the possibility of the basal facets and November crust becoming overloaded and failing triggering large avalanches.   Forecasters were getting cracking in open areas around burstall pass. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"67qhj","text":"10 to 15cm of snow fell in the past 24 hours adding to the 5 to 10cm from Saturday. Unfortunately, the winds have been strong out of the SW during much of the snowfall which has led to widespread new wind slab development in Alpine and Treeline areas. It has been a very windy couple of weeks, so the upper snowpack mainly consists of several \"generations\" of wind slab. Conditions vary extensively across the region, so take the time to dig down and evaluate the snowpack. The mid pack is relatively strong and well settled for December. Forecasters continue to monitor the Nov crust layer buried deeply in the snowpack. This layer has been occasionally active, producing large avalanches, but has remained quiet in recent days. Shallow snowpack areas, or transitioning from thick to thin snow depths are the most likely areas to trigger the deeper instability.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[{"offset":266,"length":4,"style":"ITALIC"},{"offset":266,"length":4,"style":"BOLD"}],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"6pj73","text":"This last weekend brought us up to 25cm of snow along with strong winds. The result is widespread wind slabs in the Alpine and isolated areas of tree line.  There are now several generations of wind slabs in the upper snowpack.  As you transition from tree line to the alpine, take the time to dig and evaluate what is going on with the snowpack.  We have a generally strong mid pack that sits overtop of the November 5 crust.  Our greatest concern with the Nov. crust is in shallow areas where the facets around the crust are more pronounced.  Cornices are growing fast so it is a good time to give them lots of space.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"h80u","text":"Lots of variability within the upper snowpack currently with some areas highly wind affected and others with 25cm of low density snow on the surface.  Being heads up for these windslabs up to 40cm deep is the key thing to note.  As you transition into wind affected terrain look and feel for the surface of the snow to become wind affected.   We did see some light to moderate SW winds on Tuesday moving snow around but it felt like the first day not in a hurricane.  In some areas the overhead cornices look large and looming so be sure to keep your head looking up. Otherwise the midpack in the region continues to settle and strengthen with the basal november crust near the ground still in our minds despite no recent avalanches on this interface.  Thin areas are places to tread carefully as you may awaken the basal layers.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"fqu8","text":"Lots of variability within the upper snowpack currently with some areas highly wind affected and others with 25cm of low density snow on the surface.  Being heads up for these windslabs up to 40cm deep is the key thing to note.  As you transition into wind affected terrain look and feel for the surface of the snow to become wind affected.   We did see some light to moderate SW winds on Tuesday moving snow around but it felt like the first day not in a hurricane.  In some areas the overhead cornices look large and looming so be sure to keep your head looking up. Otherwise the midpack in the region continues to settle and strengthen with the basal november crust near the ground still in our minds despite no recent avalanches on this interface.  Thin areas are places to tread carefully as you may awaken the basal layers. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7mr8s","text":"Our snow pack condition varies greatly within the range. The northern portion looks wind hammered...more like clobbered actually. Hard windslabs, and even sastrugi are obvious in any open alpine area. As you move south it improves and looks better. Our trip today was around Mt Murray where the alpine windslabs were isolated and fairly well settled. The midpack generally feels solid, except for rocky thin areas-no surprise there. Below treeline is supportive with good travel. We did notice a very thin suncrust from today on steep treeline solar and new surface hoar up to about 2300m. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"agdl8","text":"The overnight temps were in the -20's last night (Thursday night) and kickstarted the surface faceting and surface hoar growth. The top 20cm is low density and offers good skiing in treeline areas. In valley bottoms the surface hoar is growing, up to 10mm in places. Our trip today was near Purple Knob. We only travelled up to treeline, but noticed a variable depth snowpack. In many places it was only 60-80cm with a poor base. In the deeper areas the midpack was solid feeling with some noticeable buried windslabs. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"c3m11","text":"Surface hoar growth and surface facetting is widespread below 2000m due to the cold temperatures and clear nights.  Otherwise the upper snowpack is generally low density with a well settled midpack.  Concerns regarding the basal facets and crusts will be with us for the season so we will almost always be telling people to avoid travelling in thinner shallow snowpack areas especially in steeper terrain.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"1qot0","text":"Strong winds on Monday has moved snow around to create wind slabs in the Alpine and parts of tree line.  Expect new soft slabs to begin developing with the incoming storm and strong winds.  These new slabs will not have had time to bond to the strong mid pack.  Approach open terrain with caution.  The most recent surface hoar can be found at tree line and below and will be buried by the incoming snow.  Approach steep open terrain at treeline and below treeline with caution.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"9mn9a","text":"3cm of new snow fell in the past 24hrs. The extreme SW winds continue, and have created widespread wind slabs at all elevations on south, north and east aspects. Only the most sheltered areas below treeline have escaped this. Today forecasters dug a pit at treeline and discovered multiple wind slab layers that all produced sudden planar failures at the different interfaces. In addition, ski cutting produced surface sluffing in steep sheltered terrain below treeline today indicating that the new snow is not bonding well to the old surface. If the forecasted snow arrives, these observations indicate that a natural avalanche cycle will occur at all elevations.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"fm4rn","text":"15-20cm of snow fell over the past 24hrs under the influence of strong SW winds and warm temperatures.   Widespread windslabs are being observed in alpine terrain and also in open areas at treeline that are failing down 30-40cm at the recent storm snow interface.  The midpack is generally well settled and the November crust today was unreactive in rutschlock test at 2200m.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"fm4rn","text":"Widespread windslabs were observed in alpine terrain and also in open areas at treeline that are failing down 30-40cm at the recent storm snow interface.   The slab varies from Hard slab to soft slabs. The midpack is generally well settled over November crust that is not producing much in results in the test pits.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"fm4rn","text":"Widespread windslabs were observed in alpine terrain and also in open areas at tree line, the storm interface down 20-40cm has been tightening up and not near as reactive to compression test and ski cutting.   The slab varies from Hard slab to soft slabs, would still use caution when approaching slopes with wind affect. The midpack is generally well settled over November crust that is not producing much in results in the test pits.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4ltau","text":"Wind slabs as far as the eye can see. Seriously, that's  the big story right now. It seems all elevations and aspects have a layer of new, hard AND breakable windslab right now. The good news is that the mid pack is well settled with only a few layers of concern. The concerning layers are variable in their location, and tend to be the layers of windslabs reacting, not the deeper layers. We found \"drummy\" snow today in the Murray Moraines area today and suspect that the entire range has that snow quality right now. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"20d77","text":"I wish I had better news, but the widespread wind effected snow is still the main feature of our snowpack. A profile near Purple Knob had a well settled mid pack with the Nov 5th down 165cm and a surprising lack of depth hoar or facets near it. It seems the warm snowpack temperatures have kept the bottom layers from \"rotting\" out and becoming weak. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"anrd9","text":"A skiff of snow covers the widespread wind slabs in the Alpine and into tree line.  A test profile at Burstall Pass today revealed the sheers in the upper 50cm are tightening. Despite the wind slabs, the actual skiing was fair and you could stay on top of the surface without breaking through. The cornices right now are pretty large for this time of year.  With the strong winds coming on Tuesday, be on the lookout for new wind slabs forming.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"fuqvs","text":"Widespread wind slabs in the alpine and into tree line.  The very strong winds over the last 2 days might just lay down another slab if there is any snow left to transport.  The cornices are large for this time of year.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"40fpe","text":"Anyone who has read a Snowpack Summary in the last week can probably sense where this is going...","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"9460n","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"66tkp","text":"Widespread wind effect is the major theme for the next while. Until we get more snow, the windslabs will be a problem. The good news is that the cold temps are helping to break them down and the snow stability is fairly good given the widespread nature of the slabs. If the cold does last, remember to check in on the deeper layers as they will start to break down and become weaker.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"40fpe","text":"Widespread wind effect is the major theme for the next while. Until we get more snow, the windslabs will be a problem. The good news is that the cold temps are helping to break them down and the snow stability is fairly good given the widespread nature of the slabs. If the cold does last, remember to check in on the deeper layers as they will start to break down and become weaker.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"40fpe","text":"Widespread wind effect is the major theme for the next while. Until we get more snow, the windslabs will be a problem. The good news is that the cold temps are helping to break them down. If the cold does last, remember to check in on the deeper layers as they will start to break down and become weaker.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"2uql7","text":"The windslabs are still there and widespread.  Not much change until we get some more snow.  Approach cross loaded features and lee loaded zones along ridges with extra care.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"eua7l","text":"Well some facetting is making for light snow in the trees but anywhere that could be wind affected is.  No snow in quite some time now is essentially making the skiing pretty grim out there.  Great travel though!  Just keep windslabs in your mind though also think about what will be when it snows again!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"eua7l","text":"A few cms of snow fell over the past 24hrs but its going to take a bunch more to change the avalanche hazard.  Windspread wind affect is being found in all open areas.  Some softer facetted snow is being found in the trees but skiing is limited due to widespread tracks of late.  We just have to be patient and wait and see for when a significant weather pattern comes in to create a change. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"5e28f","text":"10cm of recent snow is adding to the dribbles of snow that we have received over the past few days.  Winds have generally been light.  This new snow is overlying a variety of snow surfaces from surface hoar and facets at lower elevations and windslabs and bare ground at the upper elevations.  How this new snow bonds to these surfaces will be critical to evaluate in the coming days.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cuabo","text":"Well, it seems our weather man was suffering from  dyscalculia yesterday. We were expecting 15cm, but got up to 51cm on Thursday night. This sits on a variety of old surfaces that will be slow to bond with the new snow. The most interesting (and nerve racking) thing about this new snow is how easily it wants to settle and bond with itself. Within an hour we saw it shift from loose dry avalanches to a more cohesive, almost slab character. It will take VERY little input for this to become a slab problem. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cuabo","text":"Thursday nights snow amounts very from valley to valley 15-40 cm. This sits on a variety of old surfaces that will be slow to bond with the new snow.  Avalanches are more likely in areas that have been affected from the wind or sun and the new snow becomes more cohesive, developing slab character. It will take VERY little input for this to become a slab problem. There is lots of low density snow available for transport and lee loading.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8atgh","text":"We spent the day in the Black Prince area today and found the near continuous flurries kept adding to the snowpack. Down low had about 20cm from the last few days, and higher had about 35cm. While that drainage is fairly sheltered, we did note that alpine winds were blowing snow around and creating new windslabs in the alpine.  It's safe to expect the regional alpine zone will have reactive windslabs on any lee (east) aspect. We may also have wind \"pressing\" slabs on the windward sides as well. This new snow sits on old surfaces which generally aren't a problem. The one exception to this is a narrow elevation band at treeline where the old slabs started to facet (weaken) during last week's cold snap. Steep convex rolls deserve some caution as the buried windslabs may be triggerable.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"el32t","text":"Another 30cm of new snow fell in the last 24 hours, bringing recent storm snow totals to between 60 and 70cm. So far this snow remains low density at lower elevations, but today at 2500m forecasters observed a change starting. The winds were moderate to strong from the SW and were quickly forming new surface wind slabs with some isolated cracking and whumpfing at ridge-crest. In addition, snowpack tests today indicate that all the recent storm snow is failing on the old wind slab surface down 60cm. Test results were variable ranging from very easy to moderate. Once the surface snow gains a bit more density, these new slabs will be quite sensitive to triggering.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"el32t","text":"Another 15cm of 24hour snow, bringing the storm snow to 50-60cm.   At treeline and below, the storm snow is bonding relatively well to the hard wind slab underneath.  On Tuesday, in open areas at treeline and above, the winds were intense and  have started to slab up the top 30cm+ and is reactive to skier traffic.  Expect to find  wind slabs up to 100cm thick, especially in lee features and cross loaded gullies. Open areas at treeline and above will need to be approached with caution.  Watch for cracking around your skis.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"aqp02","text":"Lots of new snow out there. We have anywhere from 35-60cm of settling storm snow from the last couple of days. Currently, this snow is low density in the valley bottoms, but stiffens up as elevation is gained. Alpine and treeline winds have begun to create fresh windslabs on eastern aspects. There are also buried windslabs within the storm snow. The Jan 29 (hard windslab/storm snow) interface is slower to bond than expected. Lots of avalanche activity on it in the past 24 hours. Deep layers are still hanging in there and so far not failing wit the new load.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"aqp02","text":"Lots of new snow out there. We have anywhere from 35-60cm of settling storm snow from the last couple of days. Currently, this snow is low density in the valley bottoms, but stiffens up as elevation is gained. Alpine and treeline winds have begun to create fresh windslabs on eastern aspects. There are also buried windslabs within the storm snow. The Jan 29 (hard windslab/storm snow) interface is slower to bond than expected.  Less avalanche activity seen today but no real alpine observations.  Winds slab are forming and suspect they will be touchy in the right spot.  Deep layers are still hanging in there and so far not failing wit the new load.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"4jnso","text":"Some steep solar aspects may have a sun crust.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"9l10o","text":"Read this line twice:","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7jv98","text":"The snow just keeps coming!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"3da4d","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c6hc9","text":"We rarely get to say that! ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"8ulga","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1reah","text":"With all of this recent snow we are seeing multiple layers of windslabs form. So far this slab complex is bonding OK within itself, but steep, unsupported slopes could have failures within the multiple slabs. The Jan 29th/fresh windslab interface is still concerning. That January layer was exposed for a long time, which typically means it will be slow to bond. That layer could be down as much as a meter in places. Now being a Rockies forecaster, its quite hard to forget the deeper layers. It seems to be cooperating so far and it isn't a huge red flag at the moment, but its still in the back of our minds.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7eim7","text":"We are looking at about 60cm of settled snow from these recent storms and just over 2m total snow at treeline. Today we saw very little wind affect anywhere other than the north spray lakes area. More than one comment was made among us forecasters on how it was almost eerie to have this much snow and no major avalanche concerns. We do have some concerns with windslabs in wind prone areas and how they are bonding with the Jan 29th layer, but we don't have our usual deep persistent layer haunting us. First a global pandemic, and now a Kananaskis snowpack with no depth hoar!!! Who would have thought we'd see both of those in a single lifetime let alone a single winter?","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7eim7","text":"We are looking at about 60cm of settled snow from these recent storms and just over 2m total snow at tree line. The interface with the storm snow is progressively getting stronger but take the time to dig and evaluate this interface before committing to larger features. Some wind effect in the alpine and our usual concerns for lee features and cross loaded gullies. First a global pandemic, and now a Kananaskis snowpack with no depth hoar!!! Who would have thought we'd see both of those in a single lifetime, let alone a single winter?","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7eim7","text":"We are looking at about 60cm of settled snow from these recent storms and just over 2m total snow at tree line. The interface with the storm snow is progressively getting stronger but take the time to dig and evaluate this interface before committing to larger features. Some wind effect in the alpine and our usual concerns for lee features and cross loaded gullies.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7eim7","text":"We are looking at about 60cm of settled snow and just over 2m total snow at tree line. The interface with the storm snow is progressively getting stronger but take the time to dig and evaluate this interface before committing to larger features. Some wind effect in the alpine and our usual concerns for lee features and cross loaded gullies.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"dl6at","text":"Lots of surface faceting with these cold temperatures. There is about 60cm of settled snow overlying the Jan 29 wind slab interface. Take the time to dig and evaluate this interface as there is still variability with it.   Some wind effect in the alpine and our usual concerns for lee features and cross loaded gullies.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8gki6","text":"Surface Faceting making it easy to get pretty good sluffs going in steeper terrain, entraining some mass.  60cm of settled snow overlying the Jan 29 wind slab interface. Take the time to dig and evaluate this interface as there is still variability with it, as well check for crusts on the south facing slopes.  Wind effect in the alpine and our usual concerns for lee features and cross loaded gullies.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"bmmuv","text":"EAST SIDE OF SPRAY LAKES ROAD: There is significantly less snow on this side.  The ski quality was good but not great coverage. the Nov. crust will be a problem, in the shallower snow pack. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"97ehb","text":"Lots of surface faceting out there. The top 20cm is cold and grabby, but loose with few slab properties. A profile today had sub-surface temps that are still relatively warm, which means limited mid pack faceting. The Jan 29 interface is down about 50cm with a hint of faceting above it. You'll know it when you find it, it is very, very solid. Our profile had a few weaknesses show up, but generally it was well bonded and solid. So far the cold has spared our good snowpack on the west side of the road.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"97ehb","text":"Wind slabs are apparent in the exposed alpine, but generally pretty good surface conditions for skiing. The surface faceting is also helping to keep the snow soft and skiable. The Jan 29th interface is still on the radar. Its down 50-60cm and is worth checking on if you're venturing out into uncharted terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"ce6p9","text":"Surface wind slabs are evident in exposed areas in the alpine but still providing good skiing.  There is evidence of some slab avalanches starting near ridge lines within the top 30-40cm and running to mid path. Surface faceting is evident in the top of the snowpack.  The Jan 29th interface is down around 50cm and is still on our radar and is worth checking on if you are venturing into unchartered terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"66c8k","text":"The sun is really starting to have some strength to it and should be on your radar if you are travelling close to sun exposed slopes.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cjl1t","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c0rq4","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"6dlk4","text":"The alpine has widespread wind slabs in the upper 40cm that are still providing good skiing as long as they are not too dense. Take the time to investigate these wind slabs so as to not be surprised in the density change. Cracking around your skis is a good indicator of this density change. The Jan 29 interface is down about 50-60cm and is producing a shear.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cjl1t","text":"The alpine has widespread wind slabs in the upper 40cm that are still providing good skiing as long as they are not too dense. Take the time to investigate these wind slabs so as to not be surprised in the density change. Cracking around your skis is a good indicator of this density change. The Jan 29 interface is down about 50-60cm and is producing a shear.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7khhb","text":"Fast and loose. The snowpack is facetted with weak surface snow, which is making for fast skiing as the snowpack warms up. We are also finding subtle windslabs on rolls at treeline, many of which are from the cold, sinking/downflow winds of the cold snap last week. While not reacting, they are sending the odd shiver down our back. It feels as though they want to move but they just aren't. The midpack is still solid and sitting on a decent base. Winds did pick up today at treeline and alpine elevations, we may see fresh windslabs on easterly aspects.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bkuo6","text":"Watching how quickly the wind changed the snow's distribution over night it is quite clear that the cold snap turned our snowpack into sugar...and now the wind is blowing it all away! I'm sort of kidding. Many areas are blown to gravel, or old hard surfaces, but there are still lots of new windslabs out there. These will be sitting on top of facets, and touchy in steep, wind exposed areas. The good news is the deeper layers are still playing along and not failing. But remember, in times of rapid change (like now) its best to let those layers re-gain your trust. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"1ricj","text":"The effects of the recent winds are noticeable with windslabs in open terrain at treeline and above.  These windslabs are 10-20cm thick in areas travelled on Saturday but we can expect them to increase in depth and reactivity as winds continue overnight.  Any windslab that starts in the upper snowpack will likely step down to the Jan 29th persistent interface down 40-60cm.  Watch for these problems along ridgelines, and in lee terrain mainly on N and E aspects. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"arrba","text":"Extreme winds on Sunday are stripping all the remaining snow from windward aspects and depositing that snow into lee and cross-loaded features. Wind slabs are widespread at Treeline and above, and can even be found in open areas at lower elevations. The depths of the wind slabs are highly variable (5 to 80cm), as is the sensitivity to triggering. In exposed Alpine areas expect hard, dense wind slab conditions, but as you loose elevation these slabs are softer and potentially more triggerable. Be mindful of rapidly changing conditions as you travel through the terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7toqs","text":"Field observations in the Spray Valley were limited today due to avalanche control operations on EEOR. Weather stations indicate that up to 25cm of new snow fell at Treeline elevations. Winds through the storm were extreme from the SW, so widespread wind slab conditions are expected. In the Alpine these slabs could be very dense, whereas at Treeline the slabs may be more soft in nature and potentially more human-triggerable. All lee and cross-loaded terrain should be approached with caution. Slab depths and sensitivity to triggering will be highly variable, so be mindful of rapidly changing conditions as you travel through the terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"32h1q","text":"The recent snow has been affected by the strong winds on friday forming windslabs in open alpine terrain and isolated areas at treeline.  These slabs are 10-20cm thick where observed today but forecasters were being conservative in treeline features.  Moderate sheers were noted within the upper storm snow and no reactivity was observed on the Jan 29th interface down 70cm.  The big concern now is windslabs in the alpine in open areas.  If you feel drummy or hollow snow start seeking conservative terrain or supported low angles slopes.   ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"32h1q","text":"The recent snow has been affected by the strong winds on friday forming windslabs in open alpine terrain and isolated areas at treeline.  These slabs are 10-20cm thick where observed today but forecasters were being conservative in treeline features.  Moderate sheers were noted within the upper storm snow and no reactivity was observed on the Jan 29th interface down 70cm.  The big concern now is windslabs in the alpine in open areas.  If you feel drummy or hollow snow start seeking conservative terrain or supported low angles slopes.   ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"648aa","text":"We often have a distinct weather pattern each season, and this year it is abnormally strong winds. Last night and earlier today we had alpine gusts at over 150km/hr, and valley bottom winds in the 30-40km range. Needless to say, there's yet another layer of wind slabs in open areas and widespread wind effect near ridges. Lots of exposed rock and gravel out there right now too. Having said that, there are still sheltered areas that but up to the main ranges that will likely hold snow.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"5sn85","text":"The strong winds have created widespread windslabs in open areas in the alpine and a more variable windslab at treeline.  The cold facets layer that developed in the previous weeks is now buried down 40-50cm at treeline and the Jan 29th is down closer to 60-70cm.  The sheers on the facet layer are highly variable so dig down and check these interfaces before committing to a slope. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"98bnk","text":"Lots of buried windslabs out there right now. Overall we have really good coverage, but at times today we caught ourselves saying how loaded some alpine slopes look. These slopes all have multiple layers of windslabs that are so far sticking together and seemingly OK. We do have the voice in the back of our heads that warn of the Feb 14th facet layer and the Jan 29 hard slab layers. These are down 60cm and 100cm respectively, and worth having a look at.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"em9mr","text":"The forecasters dug a profile at treeline today and found about 10-20cm of loose snow overlying a 20cm wind slab and did produce a clean sheer.  There was evidence of several other generations of wind slabs as well. Generally a well consolidated snow pack but worth digging and looking at the top meter before committing to bigger lines.  The alpine sure looked loaded by wind and will get another dose of it on Monday.  These wind slabs and the loading in the alpine is the reason we are rating the hazard at \"Considerable\".","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8h6c9","text":"The most important things happening are in the upper 50cm of the snowpack. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"j5io","text":"The forecasters measured 0c at 2200m today and definitely noticed the warmth penetrating the snowpack below this elevation and settling it.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"e3g69","text":"Wind slabs should be on your radar.  There are several generations of wind slabs in the upper snowpack and the one closest to the surface has been skier triggered over the weekend. To add to that, snow and wind will add yet another fresh wind slab on the surface. Lee features and gullies look  especially primed for triggering especially with the fresh wind slab that should form Monday night.  This is a time to approach open areas at treeline and the alpine with respect and take the time to dig and evaluate the bonds between the wind slabs.  There has been skier triggered avalanches in K-Country and Banff National Park which is an indicator that conditions are not completely stable.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"v3tj","text":"It is also time to start thinking about the south facing slopes.  If the sun is out and it is hot out, the steeper southern slopes could be a concern for avalanching.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c75fk","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"6i0h6","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"esnrj","text":"This last storm dropped 15cm of snow along with strong winds.  The alpine and tree line have widespread wind slabs overlying a previous generation of wind slab.  There have been several avalanches on either this recent wind slab or the wind slab that is buried about 30-50cm down.  One cornice triggered avalanche also caused a surface slab to release.  With these warming temperatures and recent loading, cornice failures are on our radar.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"533nl","text":"Expect to see some moist snow on steeper solar aspects that will be a crust in the morning hours.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"3afqj","text":"Recent snow from earlier in the week is settling.  This snow is overlying a windslab down 10-20cm that was seeing some isolated cracking today in the Aster lake area.  Deeper in the snowpack there are two layers that we are following closely.  The Feb 19th Facets down 40-60cm and the Jan 29th interface down 60-100cm.  Windslabs (buried and near the surface) in the upper snowpack are likely to step down to one of these layers that are within the top meter.  These layers are subtle at treeline but very pronounced in the Alpine.  Dig down and assess these layers.  Forecasters today avoided big slopes in the alpine due to windslabs over these interfaces.  Moist snow was also found up to 2000m by midday.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"3afqj","text":"Given the warm day, expect a crust on southern aspects and possibly even western aspects. Recent snow from earlier in the week is settling.  This snow is overlying a windslab down 10-20cm that was seeing some isolated cracking today in the Aster lake area.  Deeper in the snowpack there are two layers that we are following closely.  The Feb 19th Facets down 40-60cm and the Jan 29th interface down 60-100cm.  Windslabs (buried and near the surface) in the upper snowpack are likely to step down to one of these layers that are within the top meter.  These layers are subtle at treeline but very pronounced in the Alpine.  Dig down and assess these layers.  Forecasters today avoided big slopes in the alpine due to windslabs over these interfaces.  Moist snow was also found up to 2000m by midday.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"j8sd","text":"Temperature crusts can be expected up well into the alpine on solar aspects and even on western aspects and on all aspects except pure north below treeline.  This will be a layer to pay attention to as it get buried here this spring. The upper snow pack consists of a variety of windslabs that are overlying two inportant layers.  The feb 19th facets as well as the Jan 29th interface.  Despite not seeing much activity on these layers over the past few days they are still forefront in our minds.  If anything the recent warm weather helped these layers to strengthen but the overlying windslabs are still stiff, and able to propagate if triggerred from a thin weak area.  Dig, be curious and evaluate these interfaces as you go.  Forecasters have felt drummy windslabs above treeline all week.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"6pptn","text":"We did get a few cm's of new snow today, which is welcome. In most areas the recent warmth has taken a toll with widespread crusts up to treeline elevations. Sunny aspects will now have a thinly buried crust up to alpine elevations. On the shady sides, there is still a series of stacked windslabs that are becoming less reactive as the snowpack cools.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"b3oni","text":"A walk to Tent Ridge today had 5-10cm low density snow on top of an insulated crust from the past few days. This crust is about 4cm thick and more pronounced on solar aspects. At treeline, the underlying crust was replaced with a hard windslab that was basically in the surface. A quick hole had the Feb 19th interface down 50-60cm and inconsistently reactive in tests. Despite a well settled snowpack in tests, we still bailed from the ridge early, suspecting reactive windslabs in the immediate lee.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"aomn1","text":"5 to 15cm of convective snow fell in the past 24hrs. The snowfall amounts vary considerably across the region. This new snow overlies a crust on solar aspects, and in many cases this new snow will have turned moist by Monday afternoon, producing a new surface crust by Tuesday morning. On non-solar aspects expect the recent snow to be sitting over a wide variety of previously formed wind slabs. These slabs vary considerably in depth and distribution. Recent snowpack tests indicate that the buried persistent weak layers of Feb 19 and Jan 27 are still present within the top 50 to 80cm, but generally the test results have been in the moderate to hard range.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"9gacd","text":"A very cold start to the day on Tuesday kept the new crusts frozen on solar aspects until the afternoon. Expect a few layers of sun crust on SE through W aspects. On non-polar aspects at Treeline and above there are several generations of wind slab in the upper 60 to 80cm of the snowpack. These slabs are highly variable, and it is worth taking the time to dig down and evaluate the snowpack before committing to bigger terrain. Forecasters are still monitoring the Feb 19 and Jan 27 layers.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"a0ab8","text":"It is sure feeling Springlike out there but there is still a few things happening in the snowpack. On solar aspects, expect to find a crust in the early morning hours and then turn to moist snow later on.  The sun has a lot of punch now so choose your route carefully in terms of overhead hazards like cornices and wet loose avalanches on southern aspects.  The hazard is likely to go up during the day with the sun and moist snow.  In other words, the day would start at Moderate and quickly change to Considerable with warming and solar radiation.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1k9sb","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"aqq5q","text":"The forecasters found that there is still variability in the top 60cm of the snowpack.  We mostly found several buried wind slabs down 15cm and 40cm overlying less dense layers.  Good skiing and dry snow will still be found on North and NE aspects.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"90uk0","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2teqt","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"a0ab8","text":"It is sure feeling Springlike out there but there is still a few things happening in the snowpack. On solar aspects, expect to find a crust in the early morning hours and then turn to moist snow later on.  The sun has a lot of punch now so choose your route carefully in terms of overhead hazards like cornices and wet loose avalanches on southern aspects.  The hazard is likely to go up during the day with the sun and moist snow.  In other words, the day would start at Moderate and quickly change to Considerable with warming and solar radiation.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1k9sb","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"aqq5q","text":"The forecasters found that there is still variability in the top 60cm of the snowpack.  We mostly found several buried wind slabs down 15cm and 40cm overlying less dense layers.  Good skiing and dry snow will still be found on North and NE aspects.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"90uk0","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2teqt","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"v93p","text":"The snowpack continues its transition to Spring. Moist snow on Saturday up to at least 2600m on solar aspects, and likely higher. This will turn into a crust by morning, but will quickly melt again by late morning on Sunday. Expect loose wet avalanches on solar aspects and sensitive cornices when they exposed to sun/heat. On non-solar aspects there are still some buried wind slabs in the upper 60 to 80cm of the snowpack that are worth investigating before committing to bigger terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"dtj7b","text":"The snowpack continues its transition to Spring. Sunday was the warmest day of the Spring so far with barely freezing temperatures Saturday night.  This caused many wet loose avalanches on solar aspects on Sunday.  If Sunday night is clear, expect a crust on solar aspects on Monday and if it is cloudy, then the solar aspects might not have refrozen. In either case, solar radiation will play a factor in deteriorating the conditions, even on cloudy days. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"b16et","text":"On non-solar aspects there are still some buried wind slabs in the upper 60 to 80cm of the snowpack that are worth investigating before committing to bigger terrain.  Be alert on the changing snow conditions under your skis.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"atlvv","text":"With the heat from this last weekend, all solar aspects have melted during the day and frozen at night. With these kind of Spring conditions, timing and aspect is everything.  The alpine appears to be wind affected except for sheltered north aspects.  On non-solar aspects there are still some buried wind slabs in the upper 60 of the snowpack that are worth investigating before committing to bigger terrain.  Be alert on the changing snow conditions under your skis.  There are plenty of big cornices out there so take the time to plan your trip to avoid them.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"atlvv","text":"Melt freeze cycle seems to be the name of the game right now!  Melting during the day and becoming less stable and freezing at night.  With these kind of Spring conditions, timing and aspect is everything.  The alpine appears to be wind affected except for sheltered north aspects.  On non-solar aspects there are still some buried wind slabs in the upper 60 of the snowpack that are worth investigating before committing to bigger terrain.  Be alert on the changing snow conditions under your skis.  There are plenty of big cornices out there so take the time to plan your trip to avoid them.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"atlvv","text":"Melt freeze cycle seems to be the name of the game right now!  Melting during the day and becoming less stable and freezing at night.  On Wednesday the surface of the snow didnt begin to break down until mid afternoon and winds and temps kept it cool.    With these kind of Spring conditions, timing and aspect is everything.  The alpine appears to be wind affected except for sheltered north aspects.  On non-solar aspects there are still some buried wind slabs in the upper 60 of the snowpack that are worth investigating before committing to bigger terrain.  Be alert on the changing snow conditions under your skis.  There are plenty of big cornices out there so take the time to plan your trip to avoid them.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"7qthp","text":"Crusts are being observed up to the peaks on solar aspects but surprisingly, some dry snow is still being found on northern aspects down to 2000m.  You have to be creative with you lines but good skiing was still found on Thursday.  In general the ski quality is only good on the polar aspects and then on solar its all about timing.  Corn snow was found today at 11am but we didnt want to be out much later than that!  Early starts are important as it aspect and whats overhead...","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"chiou","text":"It sounds like we had some light snow that has buried the sun crusts and other various layers. With that we expect thin wind slabs in the alpine. The question will be how well they've bonded to the underlying layers. Given the warm temperatures, they will probably stick OK. Aside from the windslabs, we are dealing with a well settled spring like snowpack. Dry snow on polar aspects and refrozen, slightly buried crusts on sunny slopes.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"9b8tt","text":"10-15cm of new snow has fallen over the past 36hrs with wind affect only in alpine areas.  This new snow is very low density and sluffing easily in steeper terrain.  Especially in areas where it is overlying the previous melt freeze crust.  Two main things to be aware of are new windslabs in the upper snowpack in alpine areas and sluffing on anywhere this new snow is overlying the temperature crust.  As with spring, the weather can change quickly so be aware that if the sun does come out, stability will quickly deteriorate and natural avalanche activity will initiate.  Keep a keen eye trained on the local weather.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"56v5m","text":"Expect a mix of recent snow and new wind slabs in the alpine.  The forecast snow will most likely be low density with the cooler temperatures, so expect some sluffing in steeper terrain. The two main things to keep an eye out for is for new snow accumulation and the formation of new wind slabs.  With Spring time, the weather can change quickly and the snowfall can sometimes be far more than forecast and be very localized. The same goes if the sun comes out in between snow squalls; it can make the snow change quickly, especially on solar aspects. Use your mountain sense and evaluate each area carefully. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cn6qa","text":"There should be 5-10cm of new snow by Tuesday morning for up to 20cm of snow in the past 48hrs.  This amount can vary quite a bit and be very localized with the convective Spring storms, so use your mountain sense and evaluate each area carefully. The two main things to keep an eye out for are: ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"35ehl","text":"1)  Newly formed wind slabs, especially near ridge lines and lee features.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1d9i1","text":" 2)  Sluffing in steep terrain with the new snow as well as spindrift off higher cliffs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fql3h","text":"If the sun is out, expect the new snow to change quickly on solar aspects.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4mbh2","text":"15-20cm of recent snow is overlying the March 19th interface.  Winds were generally light to moderate in the Alpine out of the SE and isolated windslabs are building in alpine areas along ridgelines and cross-loaded features.  Carefully evaluate the bond with the new snow and the March 19th crust on the solar aspects where the bond is the most susceptible to fast sluffing.  AS winds increase on Thursday expect windslabs to become more reactive in alpine areas. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cks59","text":"Generally about 15cm of recent snow overlying the March 19 interface with isolated wind effect. Carefully evaluate the bond with the new snow and the March 19th crust on the solar aspects where the bond is the most susceptible to fast sluffing. This is Spring, so conditions and weather forecasts are all over the map.  Be prepared for fast changing conditions with snowfall amounts, wind and solar radiation. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"1tc20","text":"Only a few cm of snow has fallen over the past 24hrs with generally light winds.  The key things to be aware of are windslabs in the upper snowpack along ridgelines and in crossloaded features.  Some cracking has been observed in immediate lees but the slabs do not extend far downslope.  The March 19th interface is down 20-40cm and producing moderate sheers.  The quality of the sheer is different where it overlies a suncrust or a more wintery snowpack.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cu03s","text":"We had a pulse of snow last night that bumped the recent snow amounts to 20cm at treeline. As expected, it was convective in nature, which means amounts will vary from place to place. Its likely the overnight snow settled quickly today given the generally warm temperatures. On that note, we had moist snow up to 2000m today. The two biggest issues with all the recent snow are surface windslabs and the Mar 19 interface. The slabs are on all aspects, but limited to immediate lee areas. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"aacl5","text":"Isolated windslabs are being found in alpine areas but only limited reactivity along ridgelines and immediate lees.  Tomorrow will be a big change though as winds increase into the strong range with 20-40cm of new snow in alpine areas.  Expect windslabs to become more widespread at Alpine and treeline likely failing at the storm snow interface.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"5q041","text":"Only a few cm's had fallen by the time forecasters left the field Sunday at midday, but it was snowing hard. The bond at this new interface so far appears good, but wind slab formation was observed in open areas at Treeline. These slabs were already up to 20cm thick and some cracking was observed. Monday could see 15 to 25cm more snow with strong NW winds. If this comes true, expect to find widespread wind slabs through the terrain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"5dpqn","text":"20 to 30cm of snow fell overnight depending on elevation. Some limited wind effect was observed at 2400m and above, but there were limited Alpine observations today. In most cases this recent snow appears well bonded at lower elevations, but observations on a solar aspect indicate that there could be a shear of concern down 30cm. This will be one to watch for the next couple of days, especially considering that several avalanches were observed in the Alpine today despite the limited visibility.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4h394","text":"The recent storm snow of up to 30cm remains dry on northerly aspects, but was moist on the solar side by midday. By morning expect snow on SE through W aspects to have a surface crust. At treeline and below the recent snow is bonding well, but in the Alpine there is a different story. Wind slabs are evident on all aspects except west. The natural avalanche cycle is tapering off, but loaded slopes in the Alpine are primed for human-triggering.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4h394","text":"The recent storm snow of up to 30cm remains dry on northerly aspects, but was moist on the solar side by midday. By morning expect snow on SE through W aspects to have a surface crust. At treeline and below the recent snow is bonding well, but in the Alpine there is a different story. Wind slabs are evident on all aspects except west. The natural avalanche cycle is tapering off, but loaded slopes in the Alpine are still in a human-triggering phase.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8kraa","text":"The dry snow is getting harder to find. Today wasn't especially warm, but all the weather stations were above zero by noon. The good news is the moderate warmth will help those pesky windslabs stick to the other layers. North aspects will preserve the alpine windslabs. The lower elevations are really feeling the freeze/thaw cycles. Snow is moist by early afternoon and is creeping higher and higher every day.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cmvu7","text":"Valley bottom snow was moist by 11am. Treeline hung in there and still had dry snow as of 1200. It likely stayed that way due to cloud cover. The most notable snowpack feature is the widespread wind effect. Any open area at treeline and up has a 5-10cm thick windslab. There are sheltered areas at treeline holding good snow, but they are small and isolated. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"f9ofp","text":"No new snow and little wind is keeping our snowpack on the slow to develop program. The mild freeze/thaw cycles are helping with settlement and bonding within the upper layers. Which is good, but it also means the crusts are slowly consuming our dry snow patches. Alpine windslabs remain on most aspects and are proving to be stable, but not fantastic skiing. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"cpk66","text":"Up to 12cm of new snow overlies widespread wind slabs in the Alpine, as well as some at Treeline. On solar aspects the surface snow has turned moist by midday. Later in the day on Tuesday the wind will pick up speed and begin to form new surface slabs in the Alpine.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"1qrlk","text":"Winds were light on Tuesday and as a result there wasnt much change in the current snowpack structure.  10-12cm of snow is overlying a variety of different snow surfaces in the alpine with isolated windslabs at cols and crossloaded features.  With winds increasing on Wednesday, these slabs may become more reactive and easier to find.  Surface snow was moist by midday on solar aspects.  At treeline and below travel is fast in the morning on surface crusts and mushy in the afternoon.  Early starts with careful consideration of overhead hazards already in the sun is critical.   ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"3p8s0","text":"Well the winds arrived over the past 24hrs and they left there mark on the snowpack.  A breakable windcrust was pretty widespread in the alpine and hooky skiing was the word of the day.  The only dry powder skiing we found was at treeline and below on pure north aspects.  Solar aspects have a melt freeze crust that is supportive in the morning, and less snow as the day warms up.  15-20cm of snow is expected overnight and it will be important to check the bond between this new snow and the underlying surface.  One good thing is the wind is forecast to be light so new windslabs may only be isolated to wind affected terrain such as cols and ridgelines.  pay close attention as you transition into wind affected terrain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"9j6kq","text":"We received 20-25cm of new snow last night that stayed cold for most of today. Only valley bottoms had moist, heavy snow. In most places this new snow sits on a frozen crust that offers good support. We did find one steep roll at treeline that for some reason didn't have the frozen crust. Instead, it was insulated moist snow that whumphed on a couple of occasions. Once there is a slab on that moist snow, expect an avalanche. An overall lack of wind today kept the slab threat low. That will change once there's wind. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"c6r7c","text":"The close to 30cm snow that fell recently is beginning to be moved around by the winds creating windslabs in the upper elevations and even isoalted areas at treeline.  THese slabs are 20-40cm thick and failing at the recent storm snow interface.  On northern aspects this snow is overlying a winter snowpack while on E, S and W aspects this snow is overlying a melt freeze crust developed earlier in the week.   The bond on these two layers differs so be sure to check this interface.  At treeline, again forecasters got a few large settlements in treeline areas on southern aspects where the snowpack was wet and isothermal.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"c3rv3","text":"Another 20cm of snow fell overnight on Friday bringing our recent snowfall totals from the past few days up to 40-50cm.  This snow has been affected by strong variable winds that have created new reactive windslabs in alpine areas on all aspects that are failing on a storm snow interface down 40-60cm.  In some sheltered areas the windslabs is also buried under the recent snow making it more subtle and easy to underestimate.   Warm temps are promoting rapid settlement in the upper snowpack so this problem is likely to be active for the next few days.  Cooler temps forecast for Sunday will help stabilize these windslabs a bit, but a skier triggered event on the South side of Heros knob indicates there is potential for human triggerring.  Solar radiation is also strong at this time of year so start early and be mindful of decreasing stability on solar aspects later in the day.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8o4db","text":"It feels like we have a lot of snow out there right now, and none of it is in true spring condition. Its still a winter snowpack with a couple of tricky interfaces. There's about 40cm of recent snow on top of an older crust or windslab (depends on aspect). In most cases these layers are cooperating, but in the odd place they aren't meshing together very well. Its important to not let the surface layers fool you into thinking its a no-brainer of a snowpack. Ya gotta literally dig a little deeper and have a look at these deeper layers. Its a surprisingly variable snowpack right now with potential for surprises. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"14tnf","text":"Another 5 to 10cm of new snow fell in the last 24 hours. This brings recent storm totals to between 50 and 60cm. This storm snow sits on a crust on solar aspects, and may have thin crusts interspersed within the storm snow. The storm snow has remained mainly low density at upper elevations, but be on the lookout for both surface and buried wind slabs formed by both the \"traditional\" winds (SW) and by up-slope conditions (NE). Recent snowpack tests indicate moderate shears down between 50 and 70cm, so take the time to explore the local conditions as you travel. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"6ohev","text":"A few more cm's fell in the last 24hrs. The storm snow over the past week now totals between 40 and 60cm and is settling rapidly on solar aspects. This time of year is the \"tale of two snowpacks.\" On the solar side, the mornings are crusty, but this crust melts rapidly in the April sun. Today the top 5cm of the snow was moist by midday making for sticky ski conditions and increasing avalanche hazard. On the polar aspects, the snowpack is more wintery in nature with wind slabs in lee and cross-loaded terrain in the Alpine and wind prone areas at Treeline. Recent human and naturally-triggered avalanches on northerly aspects indicate that wind slabs are still a concern. Cornices are also large and looming and deserve respect, especially in the blazing sun.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8qep5","text":"The current thaw which will continue on Wednesday is causing a significant decrease in the level of snowpackl in the mountains. Our observations at mid-mountain are 25cm of snow on the ground. We have no other observations higher up in altitude for the moment but expect to find a thin snow cover over rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8qep5","text":"The current thaw which is ending tonight cause a significant decrease in the level of the snowpack. Our mid station reported less than 15 cm of snow on the ground today. We have no other observations higher up in altitude for the moment but expect to find a frozen thin snow cover over rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8qep5","text":"Following the heavy rain episode (60-100 mm) and warm spell (+10C at 1145m), the snowpack is almost entirely gone. Our mid-station  (635 m) reported around 20 cm on the ground today while no snow is found in the valley. We have no other observations higher up in altitude for the moment but expect to find a frozen and thin snow cover over rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8qep5","text":"It has been cold and dry since the last warm spell (heavy rain episode with 60-100 mm of rain and +10C temperatures). Therefore, the snowpack is very thin and icy. Our mid-station (635 m) reported around 20 cm on the ground today while the valley floor is back to bare ground. We have no other observations higher up in altitude for the moment but expect to find a frozen and thin snowpack barely covering rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8qep5","text":"Dust of snow has fallen yesterday. Our mid-station (635 m) reported around 25 cm on the ground today while the valley floor is back to bare ground. We have no other observations higher up in altitude for the moment but expect to find a frozen and thin snowpack barely covering rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"About 5 to 10 cm of snow has fallen since the beginning of the storm. Our mid-station (635 m) is now reporting around 35 cm on the ground while 5 cm of snow is barely covering the ground in the valley. We have no other observations higher up in elevation for the moment but expect to find about 15 to 25 cm of new snow above a melt-freeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of snow fell with the weekend storm. Our mid-station (635 m) is still reporting around 35 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. Our observations at higher elevation remain limited for the moment but expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of fresh snow is found at the surface. Our mid-station (635 m) is reporting around 30 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. Our observations at higher elevation remain limited for the moment but expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of snow is found at the surface. Our mid-station (635 m) is reporting around 30 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. Our observations at higher elevation remain limited for the moment but expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of snow is found at the surface. Our mid-station (635 m) is reporting around 30 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. At higher elevation, expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs. A little bit more snow can be found in ravine and depression but the general snowpack is still really thin!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of snow is found at the surface. Our mid-station (635 m) is reporting around 30 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. At higher elevation, expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs. A little bit more snow can be found in ravine and depression but the general snowpack is still really thin!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"bc5t8","text":"Approximately 5 to 10 cm of snow is found at the surface. Our mid-station (635 m) is reporting around 30 cm on the ground while barely 5 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. At higher elevation, expect to find a thin layer of new snow above a meltfreeze crust and barely covered rocks and shrubs. A little bit more snow can be found in ravine and depression but the general snowpack is still really thin!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 10 to 15 cm of light snow covers the  December 6th crust or the ground. The snow depth at mid-altitude is about 40 cm while barely 10 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find a thin layer of new snow on top of a refreeze crust that barely covers the rocks and shrubs. A little more snow can be found in depressions and ravines but the snow cover remains very limited!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 10 to 15 cm of light snow covers the  December 6th crust or the ground. The snow depth at mid-altitude is about 40 cm while barely 10 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find a thin layer of new snow on top of a refreeze crust that barely covers the rocks and shrubs. A little more snow can be found in depressions and ravines but the snow cover remains very limited!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"In general, 25 to 30 cm of light snow covers the December 6th crust or the ground. The snow depth at mid-altitude is around 55 cm while barely 25 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on the lee slopes of the NW wind while those upwind will have been swept away, but the snow cover is very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"In general, 30 to 40 cm of light snow covers the December 6th crust or the ground depending on the altitude. The snow depth at mid-altitude is around 55 cm while barely 25 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on the lee slopes of the NW wind while those upwind will have been swept away, but the snow cover is very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 20-30 cm of light snow covers the December 6th crust or the ground depending on the elevation. The height of snow at mid-elevation is around 55 cm while barely 25 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on east and southeast lee slopes while west and northwest facing slopes have been swept away to the rocks. In general, the snowpack is still thin everywhere in the mountains and very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 20-30 cm of light snow covers the December 6th crust or the ground depending on the elevation. The height of snow at mid-elevation is around 50 cm while barely 20 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on east and southeast lee slopes while west and northwest facing slopes have been swept away to the rocks. In general, the snowpack is still thin everywhere in the mountains and very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 20-30 cm of light snow covers the December 6th crust or the ground depending on the elevation. The height of snow at mid-elevation is around 50 cm while barely 20 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on east and southeast lee slopes while west and northwest facing slopes have been swept away to the rocks. In general, the snowpack is still thin everywhere in the mountains and very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"There are currently 5 to 15 cm of new snow and about 25-45 cm of light snow above the December 6th crust or the ground depending on the elevation. The height of snow at mid-elevation is around 55-60 cm while barely 25-30 cm of snow covers the ground in the valley. In the alpine, expect to find more new snow on east and southeast lee slopes while west and northwest facing slopes have been swept away to the rocks. In general, the snowpack is still thin everywhere in the mountains and very borderline for skiing!","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"With temperatures above freezing in the last several hours, the snow cover has melted considerably. The valley is back to bare ground (220 m) while barely 35 cm of snow is found at mid-mountain. The forecasted rain over the next 24 hours will melt the snow accumulation present in alpine ravines. The snowpack will be below the threshold to produce avalanches.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2ahfo","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fikjp","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"With temperatures above freezing (+12 C) in the last several hours and heavy rain (30 mm) the snow cover has melted considerably. The valley is back to bare ground (220 m) while barely 20 cm of snow is found at mid-mountain (635 m). The forecasted snow over the next 24 hours will start to build the snowpack again. The snowpack will be below the threshold to produce avalanches.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2ahfo","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fikjp","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"With temperatures returned to below freezing since Saturday afternoon (-16 C in the alpine last night), the rain eventually turned to snow and about 5 to 15 cm of powder was received. The height of the snowpack is 5 cm in the valley (230m), while about 40 cm of snow is found in mid-mountain (635 m). The snowpack is still too thin to be able to ski.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fikjp","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Since the beginning of the long-awaited storm, 10-15 cm of new snow has accumulated in most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Accumulations have been rapid and will continue until Monday for a total of 20-30 cm. Although this new snow greatly improves the conditions, the snowpack is still very thin to safely ski because many obstacles are barely buried.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":313,"length":33,"key":0}],"data":{}},{"key":"cljb7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 70 cm at mid-mountain (635m). ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"8kcpb","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50846502951/in/photostream/"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The long-awaited storm left between 15-25 cm of snow in most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Westerly winds have rapidly redistributed this new snow to form significant accumulations (30-50 cm) at the tops of alpine slopes where wind slabs are now developing. Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 75 cm at mid-mountain (635m). Although this new snow greatly improves the conditions, the snowpack is still very thin to safely ski because many obstacles are barely buried.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":36,"length":16,"key":0},{"offset":616,"length":33,"key":1}],"data":{}},{"key":"cljb7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50850429837/in/photostream/"}},"1":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50850430412/in/photostream/"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 15-25 cm of recent snow is found on most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Westerly winds have created significant accumulations (45-80 cm) at the tops of alpine slopes where soft wind slabs are now developing. Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 75 cm at mid-mountain (635m). Although this new snow greatly improves the conditions, the snowpack is still very thin to safely ski because many obstacles are barely covered with snow.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"cljb7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 15-25 cm of recent snow is found on most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Westerly winds have created  accumulations of 45-80 cm at the tops of alpine slopes where soft wind slabs are there. Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 75 cm at mid-mountain (635m). Although this new snow greatly improves the conditions, the snowpack is still very thin to safely ski because many obstacles are barely covered with snow.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"cljb7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 15-25 cm of recent snow is found on most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Westerly winds have created  accumulations of 45-80 cm at the tops of alpine slopes where soft wind slabs are there. Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 75 cm at mid-mountain (635m). Although this new snow greatly improves the conditions, the snowpack is still very thin to safely ski because many obstacles are barely covered with snow.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"cljb7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"About 15-25 cm of recent snow is found on most areas of the Chic-Chocs. Westerly winds have created  accumulations of 45-80 cm at the tops of alpine slopes where soft wind slabs are there. Under the storm snow, The January 7th freezing rain crust is found in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of weak facetted grains. The height of snow is now 25 cm in the valley (220 m) and 75 cm at mid-mountain (635m). Be aware of the amount of snow forecasted Sunday that will change a lot the snowpack.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The storm that started on Saturday increased the snow cover between 35 to 47 cm and possibly more in Mines Madeleine where we have no information. Moderate to strong northerly and northeastern winds formed larger accumulations at the top of the leeward slopes in the alpine. Under the snow of recent storms, the freezing rain crust of January 7 is present in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is made up of 25 cm of facets grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 50 cm in the valley (230 m) to 110 cm at mid-mountain (635m).","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The storm that started on Saturday afternoon is expected to end on Tuesday. So far, it has left 45 cm in the Mont-Albert sector and around 80 cm at Mines Madeleine. We have no information for the sectors further south but the quantities would be less. The strong winds of the northern sector may have formed more important accumulations on the slopes to the lee of the alpine and at treelinet. Under the snow of the last storms, the freezing rain crust of January 7 is present in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of 25 cm of fragile faceted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from  50 cm in the valley (230m) to 130 cm at mid-mountain (635m). ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The storm that started Saturday afternoon left 50 cm in the Mont-Albert sector and more than 80 cm at Madeleine Mines and Mount Ernest-Laforce. We have no information for the sectors further south but the quantities would be less. The strong winds from the northern sector formed more important accumulations on the slopes to the lee of the alpine. Under the snow of the last storms, the freezing rain crust of January 7 is present in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of faceted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 55 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The recent depression that left 50 cm of snow in the Mont-Albert sector and more than 80 cm at Mines Madeleine and Mount Ernest-Laforce was quite calm in terms of wind except for the northerly extreme gusts in the middle of the storm. Under the snow of the last storms, the freezing rain crust of January 7th is present in many places. As for the base of the snowpack, it is composed of faceted grains that are beginning to react in our tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 55 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"c3ge3","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2dgov","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The last storm that left 50 to 80 cm of snow depending on the area was rather calm in terms of winds except for a few northerly gusts that could develop isolated wind slabs at the top of lee slopes in the alpine and in cross loaded areas at treeline. This new snow covers the January 7th freezing rain crust which is present in some places. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains that react to stability tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 55 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7n5pb","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The last days following the storm which left 50 to 80 cm of snow depending on the area were rather calm in terms of winds except for a few northerly gusts that could develop isolated wind slabs at the top of lee slopes in the alpine and in cross loaded areas at treeline. This new snow covers the January 7th freezing rain crust which is present in some places. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains that react to stability tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 50 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain.  ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Moderate northerly winds over the past 24 hours have begun to move storm snow and develop localized wind slabs at the top of lee slopes in the alpine and in cross loaded areas at treeline. This new snow covers the January 7th freezing rain crust which is present in some places. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains that continue to react to stability tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Moderate northerly winds over the past 24 hours have begun to move storm snow and develop localized wind slabs at the top of lee slopes in the alpine. January 7th freezing rain crust is found below this new snow in some sectors. At treeline and below treeline, the snow surface has been sun-affected on steep southerly slopes.  The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains that continue to react to stability tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Moderate northerly winds moved the last storm snow and developed very localized wind slabs at the top of lee slopes in the alpine. Snow stability tests are reacting on January 7th freezing rain crust which is down 15 to 45 cm. On steep solar aspects a sun crust was formed on January 31st on all elevations.The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Available snow on alpine summits has been redistributed Tuesday with extreme southerly winds. January 7th freezing rain crust is found either at the surface or below harder wind slabs (40 cm +) localized at the tops of alpine East-South-East slopes. On steep solar aspects, a sun crust was formed on January 31st on all elevations. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The more than extreme easterly winds (gusting up to 200 km/h) greatly redistributed the snow in the mountains. The tops of the eastern slopes are completely bald for the most part except perhaps in the bottom of some specific depressions protected from the winds. Otherwise, wind slab varying in hardness from soft to very hard lie on low density snow and then on the sun crust (on the southeast, south and southwest slopes) or on the freezing rain crust of January 7th. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":111,"length":51,"key":0},{"offset":275,"length":39,"key":1}],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50906227067/in/album-72157718149721016/"}},"1":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50906226732/in/album-72157718149721016/"}}}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Actual extreme westerly winds are blowing and will redistribute the new snow. Otherwise, the tops of the eastern slopes are completely bald for the most part except perhaps in the bottom of some specific depressions protected from the winds. Otherwise, wind slab varying in hardness from soft to very hard lie on low density snow and then on the sun crust (on the southeast, south and southwest slopes) or on the freezing rain crust of January 7th. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 45 cm in the valley to 105 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":90,"length":50,"key":0},{"offset":253,"length":39,"key":1}],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50906227067/in/album-72157718149721016/"}},"1":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50906226732/in/album-72157718149721016/"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Extreme westerly winds from the last 12h have redistributed the new 15-20 cm of snow. This white blanket looks inviting but barely covers the top of eastern slopes which were previously scoured 3 days ago. Accumulations are greater at the bottom of some specific depressions protected from the winds. Under this new snow, wind slabs of various hardness are to be found. In the mid snowpack, there is a sun crust (on the southeast, south and southwest slopes) and a freezing rain crust of January 7th. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 60 cm in the valley to 120 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":91,"length":13,"key":0},{"offset":141,"length":52,"key":1}],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50920171557/in/photostream/"}},"1":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50906227067/"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Conditions are extremely variable.  Fresh wind slabs (40 cm+) can be found at the top of easterly alpine slopes and on cross-loaded areas at treeline. These slabs rest either on soft new snow or on harder wind packed snow or directly on previously scoured areas. A new sun crust was observed on steep south-facing slopes below treeline. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains. The height of the snowpack varies from 60 cm in the valley to 120 cm at mid-mountain. The best skiing conditions are below treeline where 20-25 cm of powder snow can still be found. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":33,"key":0}],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/50922906348/"}}}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Mountain snow conditions are extremely variable.  Recently formed wind slabs can be found at the top of easterly (E-SE) alpine slopes and on cross-loaded areas at treeline. These slabs rest either on soft new snow, on harder wind packed snow or directly on previously scoured areas. A new sun crust was observed on steep south-facing slopes below treeline. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains, which showed signs of propagation in our tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 60 cm in the valley to 120 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Mountain snow conditions are extremely variable.  Wind slabs continue to develop at the top of easterly (NE-E-SE) alpine slopes and on cross-loaded areas at treeline. These slabs rest either on soft new snow, on harder wind packed snow or directly on the ground in previously scoured areas. Midpack is generally well consolidated. The base of the snowpack is composed of facetted grains, which showed signs instability such as whumpfs and propagation in our tests. The height of the snowpack varies from 60 cm in the valley to 120 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the wind. Soft wind slabs are present in N-NE-E-SE-S-SW orientations in the upper alpine slopes and in some cross loaded areas. These wind slabs rest either on powdery snow, on wind pressed snow or directly on the ground in recently scoured areas.  The height of snow on the ground in areas protected from the wind (below the treeline) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7mak2","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the wind. We observed between 10 to 15 cm of powder at the surface over soft wind slabs that are present in N-NE-E-SE-S-SW orientations in the upper alpine slopes and in some cross loaded areas. These wind slabs rest either on light snow, on wind pressed snow or directly on the ground in recently scoured areas.  The height of snow on the ground in areas protected from the wind (below the treeline) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7mak2","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the wind. The snow received this week was blown by moderate to strong NW wind in the alpine and deposited as soft wind slabs on the upper E-SE-S slopes. These shallow wind slabs lie on powdery snow above a layer of wind-hardened snow. In addition, the height of snow on the ground in areas protected from the wind (below treeline) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"f2cdd","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the recent winds. The snow received last week was redistributed by moderate to strong northwesterly winds this week. Wind slabs of varying densities formed into depressions and leeward locations and cross loaded areas on eastern, southeastern and southern slopes. The sun heated the steep southern and southwestern slopes somewhat and the surface became crusty in places protected from the wind. The snow depth (in windy areas and below the tree line) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"9188l","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the recent winds. The snow received last week was redistributed by moderate to strong northwesterly winds this week. Wind slabs of varying densities formed into depressions and leeward locations and cross loaded areas on eastern, southeastern and southern slopes. The sun heated the steep southern and southwestern slopes somewhat and the surface became crusty in places protected from the wind. The snow depth (in windy areas and below the tree line) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"9188l","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"Snow accumulations in the alpine and at treeline are highly variable depending on the slopes exposed or protected from the recent winds. The snow received last week was redistributed by moderate to strong westerly winds. Wind slabs of varying densities formed into depressions and leeward locations and cross loaded areas on north, east and south slopes. The sun heated the steep southern and southwestern slopes somewhat and the surface became crusty in places protected from the wind. The snow depth (in windy areas and below the tree line) varies from 60 cm in the valley to 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"9188l","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"74a32","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the exposure to winds. The new snow (5-10 cm) continues to be transported by moderate to strong NW winds and continues to accumulate to develop new wind slabs at the top of E-SE slopes in the alpine and in cross-loaded areas at treeline. The height of snowpack  ranges from 55 cm in the valley to 125 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"bcur6","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
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{"blocks":[{"key":"84ljh","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. The new snow (10-15 cm) continues to be transported by moderate NW winds to develop fresh and reactive wind slabs at the top of NE-E-SE slopes in the alpine and in cross-loaded areas at treeline. Below the treeline, up to 25 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 60 cm in the valley to 135 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"bcur6","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. New storm slabs are already forming with the snow received Monday (15-20 cm) and extreme southerly winds. This new snow is resting on soft and reactive wind slabs located at the top of NE-E-SE slopes in the alpine and in cross-loaded areas at treeline. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 70 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. New storm slabs are developing with the storm snow received so far (30-40 cm) and extreme variable winds (south and north-west). This new snow is resting on soft and reactive wind slabs located at the top of NE-E-SE slopes in the alpine and in cross-loaded areas at treeline. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 80 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. New wind slabs has formed on east aspect with the storm snow received (40-50 cm) and strong west-northwesterly winds. This new snow is resting on soft and reactive wind slabs located at the top of NE-E-SE slopes in the alpine and in cross-loaded areas at treeline. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 80 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. New wind slabs has formed on east and adjacent aspect with the storm snow received (40-50 cm) and strong west-northwesterly winds. These new hard slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs that react to our propagation tests in a facets and deformed grain layer. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 90 cm in the valley to 170 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. New wind slabs has formed on east and adjacent aspect with the storm snow received (40-50 cm) and strong northwesterly, west and southwesterly winds. These new hard slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs that react to our propagation tests in a facets and deformed grain layer. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 90 cm in the valley to 170 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on the wind exposition. Wind slabs has formed on east and adjacent aspect with the storm snow received March 2nd (40-50 cm) and strong northwesterly, west and southwesterly winds. These hard slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs that react to our propagation tests in a facets and deformed grain layer. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow can be found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 90 cm in the valley to 170 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on wind exposure. Wind slabs has developed on East aspect (NE-E-SE) with storm snow (40-50 cm) and strong westerly winds (NW-W-SW). These hard slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs that react to propagation tests in a decomposed and facetted grains weak layer down 40-50 cm. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow is found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 80 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on wind exposure. Wind slabs has developed on East aspect (NE-E-SE) with storm snow (40-50 cm) and strong westerly winds (NW-W-SW). These slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs that react to propagation tests in a decomposed and facetted grains weak layer down 40-50 cm. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow is found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 75 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snowpack is highly variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on wind exposure. Wind slabs has developed on East aspect (NE-E-SE) with storm snow (40-50 cm) and strong westerly winds (NW-W-SW). These slabs are resting on an interface of wind slabs which show hard results on propagation tests in a decomposed and facetted grains weak layer down 40-50 cm. Below the treeline, up to 45 cm of powder snow is found in sheltered areas. The height of the snowpack ranges from 75 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"At all elevations, the strong March sunshine and warm temperatures (+9 C in the valley and + 6 C mid-mountain) from Wednesday have transformed the surface into loose wet snow on all slopes, except north-facing alpine slopes. The snowpack remains very variable in the alpine and at treeline depending on wind exposure. Wind slabs are still present on East aspects (NE-E-SE) and are overlying an interface of very hard wind slabs. Earlier this week, these showed signs of propagation in a decomposed and facetted grains weak layer down 40-50 cm. The height of the snowpack ranges from 75 cm in the valley to 160 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"At all elevations, the warm spell of the last 2 days has transformed the surface into wet snow on all slopes. The snow cover remains very variable in the alpine and at treeline. Wet slabs are present on East aspects (NE-E-SE) and are overlying an interface of very hard wind slabs. Earlier this week, these showed signs of propagation in a decomposed and facetted grains weak layer down 40-50 cm. The height of the snowpack decreased quickly with no overnight freezing; it now ranges from 60 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"After the thaw and the return to sub-zero temperatures, a surface melt freeze crust is forming at all elevations. The rain turned to snow during the early morning hours and the snow was transported to areas sheltered from the strong to extreme west wind. The snowpack is only damp in the first 15 to 30 cm, and still dry at greater depths. However, its height has decreased by 15 to 20 cm in the last few days and now ranges from 55 cm in the valley to 140 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"After the thaw and the return to sub-zero temperatures, a melt freeze crust formed at all elevations while being covered with new snow (10 to 40 cm in places). This snow was transported mainly in the alpine and at treeline to areas sheltered from the strong northwest wind. The snowpack is still dry in depth. Its height now ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm in the middle of the mountains. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"After the thaw and the return to sub-zero temperatures, a melt freeze crust formed at all elevations while being covered with new snow (10 to 40 cm depending on location). This snow was transported mainly in the alpine and at treeline to areas sheltered from the strong northwest wind.  The bonding of this snow on the crust is generally good. The snowpack height now ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm in the middle of the mountains. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"After the thaw of last week and the return to sub-zero temperatures, a melt freeze crust formed at all elevations while being covered with new snow (10 to 40 cm depending on location). This snow was transported mainly in the alpine and at treeline by the strong northwest wind.  The bonding of this snow on the crust is generally good but we observed that faceted grains are developing on this icy layer. The snowpack below treeline height now ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"About 10 to 30 cm of new snow is covering the widespread March 12 melt-freeze crust. In the alpine and at treeline, the new snow has been transported by strong northwest winds to form 25 to 60 cm thick wind slabs at the top of lee slopes and in cross loaded areas. The crust is found on the surface in wind swept areas. A thin layer of developing facetted grains above the crust is starting to produce easy to moderate results on stability tests. Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well consolidated. The height of snowpack is now ranging from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"About 10 to 30 cm of snow is covering the widespread March 12 melt-freeze crust. In the alpine and at treeline, the snow has been transported by strong northwest winds to form 25 to 60 cm thick wind slabs at the top of lee slopes and in cross loaded areas. The crust is found on the surface in wind swept areas. A thin layer of developing facetted grains above the crust is starting to produce easy to moderate results on stability tests. South aspect low in altitude has been warm so we suspect a new crust overthere. Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well consolidated. The height of snowpack is now ranging from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"About 10 to 30 cm of snow is covering the widespread March 12 melt-freeze crust. In the alpine and at treeline, the snow has been transported by strong northwest winds to form 25 to 60 cm thick wind slabs at the top of lee slopes and in cross loaded areas. The crust is found on the surface in wind swept areas. South aspect and  low in altitude has been warm so we suspect a new crust will form Friday. Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well consolidated. The height of snowpack is now ranging from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The northern sectors received more snow than expected (up to 15 cm). This new snow was transported to eastern, southeastern and southern slopes in the alpine and at treeline. These new slabs are either resting on a new crust formed by Wednesday's sun on March 17 or on the wind slabs from earlier in the week. On the windward slopes, the crust is at the surface. Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well consolidated. The height of the snowpack ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snow received Thursday in the northern part of the parc was transported to eastern, southeastern and southern slopes in the alpine and at treeline. These new slabs are either resting on a new crust formed by Wednesday's sun on March 17 or on the wind slabs from earlier in the week. On the windward slopes, the crust is at the surface. Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well consolidated. The height of the snowpack ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snow received on Thursday in the northern sectors covering the melt freeze crust of March 18 was warmed by the sun on Saturday afternoon and again on Sunday with a marked warming of temperatures (10 C at mid-mountain, 6 C on the summits). The first 5 to 15 cm of the surface became wet and at 20 cm the snowpack reached 0 C, marking the beginning of spring conditions in the mid-altitude (700m). Below the March 12 crust, the snowpack is well compacted. The height of the snowpack ranges from 65 cm in the valley to 150 cm at mid-mountain. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snow near the surface has been heated by the sun since Saturday afternoon and positive day temperatures of up to 7 C on the peaks also contributed to the melting and wetting of the underlying layers, marking the onset of spring conditions in the mountains. Below the thick crust of March 12, the snowpack is well packed and compact at high elevation while it is degrading below 500m. The height of the snowpack is from 60 cm in the valley to 150 cm in mid-mountain, a decrease of 2 to 5 cm depending on the location since 24 hours.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snow near the surface has been heated by the sun since Saturday afternoon and positive day temperatures of up to 7 C on the peaks also contributed to the melting and wetting of the underlying layers, marking the onset of spring conditions in the mountains. Below the thick crust of March 12, the snowpack is dry and and compact at high elevation while it is degrading below 500m. The height of the snowpack is from 45 cm in the valley to 145 cm in mid-mountain, a decrease of 9 to 13 cm depending on the elevation since Sunday.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The snow near the surface has been heated by the sun since Saturday afternoon and positive day temperatures (of up to 8 C wednesday) on the peaks also contributed to the melting and wetting of the underlying layers, marking the onset of spring conditions in the mountains. Below the thick crust of March 12, the snowpack is dry and and compact at high elevation while it is degrading below 500m. The height of the snowpack is from 40 cm in the valley to 140 cm in mid-mountain, a decrease of 13 to 25 cm depending on the elevation since Sunday.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"1qsq8","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"Warmth, solar radiation and some rain have affected the upper part of the snowpack over the past 5 days. The freezing level going down Thursday night and Friday will  form a solid melt freeze crust on the surface on all aspects and elevations. Below the thick March 12 crust, the snowpack seems to have remained dry and compact at high elevation while it has become isothermal below 500 m. The height of snowpack has been greatly affected by this major thaw and is now 30 cm in the valley and 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"Warmth, solar radiation and some rain during the past week have affected the entire snowpack. The freezing level back to the valley bottom has contributed to the formation of a solid melt freeze crust on the surface on all aspects and elevations. Storm snow (10-15 cm) will cover this new crust and may well adhere to it or rather easily slide over it. The height of snowpack is now 25 cm in the valley and 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The return of the cold weather has contributed to the formation of a solid rmelt freeze crust on the surface on all aspects and elevations. This crust is covered by 1 to 5 cm of new snow, reaching up to 10 cm in places. On the southern and western slopes, this new snow has already been warmed by the sun on Saturday afternoon. The height of the snowpack is now 25 cm in the valley and 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"4658r","text":"The return of the cold weather Saturday has contributed to creating a solid melt-freeze crust on the surface on all aspects and elevations. This crust is covered by 0 to 5 cm of new snow, reaching up to 10 cm in places. On the southern and western slopes, this new snow has already been warmed by the sun on Saturday afternoon. The height of the snowpack is now 25 cm in the valley and 130 cm at mid-mountain.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The storm has moved rapidly over the region, leaving 25-30 cm of snow depending on the areas in the Chic-Chocs. This new snow is wet below 500 m and dry in upper elevations. More significant accumulations were found in cross-loaded areas. Signs of instability such as cracks around skis and small natural avalanches (size 1) were observed Monday. Underneath this storm snow, a thick melt-freeze crust is found all over the mountain (20 cm thick) which easily support a skier or a snowmobile. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":219,"length":19,"key":0}],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://avalanche.ca/glossary?q=cross-loading"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"About 25-30 cm of new snow fell Monday in all areas of the Chic-Chocs. More significant accumulations were found in cross-loaded areas. On leeward slopes, reactive wind slabs are found due to transport from the north-west winds. Surface snow of steep southerly slopes has been transformed by the strong March sunshine to create a new sun crust. Underneath this storm snow, a thick melt-freeze crust is found all over the mountain (20 cm thick) which easily support a skier or a snowmobile. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":116,"length":19,"key":0},{"offset":155,"length":19,"key":1}],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://avalanche.ca/glossary?q=cross-loading"}},"1":{"type":"LINK","mutability":"MUTABLE","data":{"url":"https://www.flickr.com/photos/144428874@N07/51084867312/"}}}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"About 25-30 cm of snow fell Monday in all areas of the Chic-Chocs. More significant accumulations were found in cross-loaded areas. On leeward slopes, reactive wind slabs are found due to transport from the north-west winds. Surface snow got warmed up and tranformed on all aspects and elevations by the strong March sunshine and warm temperature over the last few days and now rain. Underneath this storm snow, a thick melt-freeze crust is found all over the mountain (20 cm thick) which easily support a skier or a snowboarder. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The 20-30 cm of snow received at the beginning of the week are now waterlogged on all aspects and elevations after the rain that fell during the day and night on Thursday. This heavy snow sits on the March 26th crust which could act as an excellent gliding plane for wet snow avalanches. The decrease of the already thin snowpack continues and travelling begins to be limited in places in the mountains.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"Thursday's rain (20-30 mm) followed by falling temperatures overnight and during the day on Friday resulted in widespread surface crust up to 10 cm thick. An episode of freezing rain also left a 1-2 cm thick layer of ice on the surface. Below the March 26 melt-freezing crust, the lower part of the snowpack is still wet or damp on all aspects and elevations. In the lower elevation areas (Champs-de-Mars, Hog's Back, Ernest-Laforce), the snowpack is beginning to be limited for mountain travel and skiing.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"Thursday's rain (20-30 mm) followed by falling temperatures over the last few days resulted in widespread surface crust up to 10 to 30 cm thick. An episode of freezing rain also left a 1-2 cm thick layer of ice on the surface. Below the March 26 melt-freezing crust, the lower part of the snowpack is still wet or damp on all aspects and elevations. In general, the snowpack is beginning to be limited for mountain travel and skiing.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"Thursday's rain (20-30 mm) followed by falling temperatures over the last few days has resulted in significant crust up to 30 cm thick at all elevations . An episode of freezing rain also left a layer of 1-2 cm of ice at the surface. The snow that has been falling since this afternoon is now covering this hard and icy mantle. Deeper below the March 26 melt freeze crust, the snow is still wet or damp at all elevations and on all aspects. In general, the snowpack is beginning to be limiting for mountain travel and snow sports.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The thick melt freeze crust formed last week started to soften and become wet on the surface with Monday's mild temperatures and drizzle. The new snow (3 to 9 cm) received in the northern sector has also been affected. Deeper down, the snow is still damp at all elevations and on all orientations. In general, the snow cover is beginning to be limited for mountain travel and snow sports.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The thick melt freeze crust formed last week is softening at the surface and becoming wet with the light drizzle and mild temperatures since Monday. The new snow (3 to 9 cm) received in the northern sector has also been affected. Deeper down, the snow is still damp at all elevations and on all orientations. The snow cover is beginning to be scarce for mountain travel and snow sports at low elevation.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The thick melt freeze crust formed last week is softening at the surface and becoming wet due to the light drizzle and mild temperatures since Monday. The new snow received on Sunday in the northern sector has also been affected. Deeper down, the snow is still damp at all elevations and on all orientations. The snow cover is beginning to be scarce for mountain travel and snow sports at low elevation.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}
{"blocks":[{"key":"8l07q","text":"The absence of nocturnal and diurnal freezing of the last few days continues to soften the upper part of the snowpack. It loses in cohesion and supports less and less the weight of a skier. Deeper down, the snow is still wet at all altitudes and on all aspects. Snow cover is starting to be limited.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fv04","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}