Avalanche Canada, in partnership with Alberta Parks, Parks Canada, and the Province of British Columbia, has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning for the central Rockies.
The avalanche warning is in effect immediately and remains in place through Monday, March 24. The warning is widespread and applies to avalanche forecast regions including areas in and adjacent to:
- Kananaskis Country
- Banff National Park
- Jasper National Park
- Kootenay National Park
- Yoho National Park
A number of large avalanches in the Rockies have been reported over the past two weeks, resulting in two fatalities. The snowpack in the area remains dangerous and unpredictable, as warming temperatures and stormy weather increase the likelihood of triggering an avalanche.
Anyone heading into avalanche terrain is advised to have essential rescue gear and the training to use it – including a transceiver, probe and shovel. Alberta’s government is encouraging all outdoor recreationists and backpackers to exercise caution, and to always check their regional avalanche forecasts at avalanche.ca.
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