[MCR] Avalanche conditions on the Wapta, March 7th, 2016

Heads up to folks going onto the Wapta.
We have received reports of two close calls in the last two days in that
area. Today, there was a close call with a group traversing the last slope
before the new Des Poilus Hut (Richard & Louise Guy Hut). Details of
the avalanche can be found on
Avalanche Canada's MIN page and
see the attached photo for an approximate location.

Avalanche conditions remain tricky in
Banff, Yoho and Kootenay with natural activity and avalanche danger decreasing,
but the persistent weakness is still present. It is the classic low probability/
high consequence Rockies problem and will likely remain that way for a
while yet. 

Stick to conservative terrain and wait
until conditions improve before tackling the bigger spring objectives.



Ian Jackson
ACMG  Mountain Guide
Visitor Safety Technician |
Technicien Sécurité de Visiteurs
Banff, Yoho, Kootenay National Parks |
Parcs Natiounaux Banff, Yoho, Kootenay
Parks Canada |
Parcs Canada
www.parksmountainsafety.ca
| www.parcsecuritemontagne.ca

Conserve, Restore and Connect with Nature
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