Avalanche Canada

Canada's national public avalanche safety people

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

This weekend will have a mixture of conditions that will be tricky to manage and the potential for lots of variability, even within forecast regions. It's a good weekend to make sure we verify conditions carefully.

Get the forecast at https://t.co/JwMaRhyDrR

[Elk Valley Resources @elkvalleyr]

EVR and @avalancheca today announced a $500,000 donation by EVR to support Avalanche Canada’s operations, including the South Rockies ​f​ield team. Learn more at https://t.co/SD32dRqiMD

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[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Although it sounds like it, an AFL isn't a sports league or a new band- it's a weather term that can help us to understand the way precipitation might fall 🌨🌧

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

We're still looking for a Youth Outreach and Education Instructor in the Kootenay region. This is a short term contract, super fun, and so rewarding!
Learn more and apply at https://t.co/Qan2KXmtX8

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Are you an organized, motivated, generally awesome person looking for an admin role in Revelstoke? We might have just the thing for you! We have an AST Admin Assistant role open for applications now.
Learn more at https://t.co/Qan2KXlW7A

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

We're looking for some Youth Outreach and Education Instructors to join our team in BC and Alberta. Instructors play an essential role in helping young people learn about keeping themselves safe from avalanches, and it's a ton of fun too!

Learn more at https://t.co/Qan2KXmtX8

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

And just like that, we're at the end of our forecasting season! Today's forecasts have danger ratings for the weekend, but nothing else will be updated until we switch to spring messaging next week.

https://t.co/7OZ9Ml5rh1

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Understanding the freezing level can be super helpful for knowing what conditions to expect, especially in the spring!

Get the forecast for your region at https://t.co/JwMaRhzbhp

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

You'll hear the words "overnight refreeze" a lot in our forecasting office at this time of year, but what exactly does it mean and why does it matter? Our latest forecaster blog explores...
https://t.co/hMbBy0OH9y

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

In our new podcast episode, we explore the intricacies of weather forecasting and how you can use it to get the most out of your trips into the mountains.

🎧 https://t.co/jFkcCtuvwf

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

This week's MIN of the Week is from Newfoundland! It's a great example of how simple reports can be super effective and it was a window into an area where data can be sparse. We have a little something from The North Face for the winner! https://t.co/zUwZ1EvoLj

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Here's a top tip from our forecasting team: local mountain weather forecasts are super helpful during periods of dynamic spring weather. The weather can change on a dime at this time of year. Here's how to use a meteogram to help!
https://t.co/dWksg7ePem

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

The temperature is rising and so is the avalanche risk. Our new forecaster blog is all about the upcoming warm weather and how it should factor into our backcountry travel plans.
https://t.co/PgM6PmxOgn

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Sometimes a cool-off means an improvement in avalanche conditions, but this is not one of those times. Our newest forecaster blog looks at why that is and what we need to know to make safer choices as we travel in the backcountry.
https://t.co/UXMtEBd8MT

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Spring brings challenges for travelling in avalanche terrain and this week, it's arriving in full force. Find out what that means for the snowpack stability and how to avoid spring problems in our latest forecaster blog.
https://t.co/Si1EdQpjmQ

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Les récentes chutes de neige recouvrent des couches fragiles dans ces régions, provoquant des conditions d'avalanche dangereuses.
Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site https://t.co/X6hjN2Mahd

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Un avertissement spécial d'avalanche est en vigueur dans les parcs nationaux Banff, Yoho, Kootenay et Jasper, dans la région de Kananaskis et dans les zones adjacentes jusqu'à la fin de la journée du lundi 24 mars.

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

There is a Special Public Avalanche Warning in effect for Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, and Jasper National Parks, Kananaskis Country, and areas immediately adjacent until the end of the day Monday, March 24.

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

It really doesn't take much sun to start destabilizing the snowpack, especially when we have new snow and a persistent slab problem! Whenever the sun starts to peek out, even if it's just in short bursts, it's safest to assume it's affecting the snow
📷 file photo

[Avalanche Canada @avalancheca]

Black Diamond has issued a recall for its Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver. If you use this model, head to their website to learn more about what action you need to take.
https://t.co/YNOlrIKkQe