Avalanche Canada warning of “considerable” avalanche risk in Peace Region backcountry this week
Warm temperatures this week have led to a warning from Avalanche Canada for backcountry users in the Peace Region.
CHETWYND, B.C. — Warm temperatures this week have led to a warning from Avalanche Canada for backcountry users in the Peace Region.
According to the agency, “wind slabs” are forming along eastern-facing slopes in the region, leading to an increased risk of human-triggered avalanches.
The agency’s website says the risk of avalanches is “considerable” in both alpine and treeline areas for Wednesday, January 8th.
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The risk in alpine areas will stay consistent throughout Thursday and Friday. At the treeline level, the risk is reportedly set to decline slightly on Thursday before returning to a “considerable” rating Friday.
There’s also reportedly a “moderate” risk of avalanches below the treeline level on Wednesday and Friday.
More details about the warning can be found on Avalanche Canada’s website.
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