Noon Sunday, January 9, 2022
COPPER RIVER HIGHWAY AVALANCHE HAZARD
Current: MODERATE
Outlook: The hazard will increase overnight.
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE HAZARD
Above Tree Line: CONSIDERABLE Avoid steep wind loaded aspects.
Tree Line: MODERATE Use caution around steep slopes.
Below Tree Line: MODERATE Be wary of roof slides.
A dramatic change in weather has begun. Models suggest 2 inches of water Sunday and Monday. Precipitation has started as snow down to sea level, but the freezing level looks to climb to 2,000 feet Monday. This should translate into 20 inches of snow in the upper mountains and a bunch of slop at sea level. Moderate to strong wind will load western aspects. The avalanche hazard will increase overnight. The rest of the week will continue to be busy with snow and rain, so the avalanche hazard will probably remain elevated.
Backcountry forecasts sponsored by:
Alaska Avalanche Information Center
For more avalanche information from around Alaska visit:
alaskasnow.org
Current avalanche activity is an important factor in avalanche forecasting. Please report all observed avalanche activity.
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