There is a Special Public Avalanche Warning in effect for Kootenay, Banff, Yoho and Jasper National Parks, Kananaskis Country, and areas immediately adjacent until the…
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CVSAR respond to avalanche in Pedley Pass
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) responded to another avalanche incident March 6, this time in the Pedley Pass area. A size 2.5 avalanche (pictured)…
Special Public Avalanche Warning issued
Avalanche Canada, in partnership with Parks Canada, Alberta Parks, and the Province of British Columbia, has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry…
Dangerous avalanche conditions developing
Avalanche Canada is reporting dangerous avalanche conditions are expected in and around the East Kootenay as storms bring mild temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds….
People encouraged to stay avalanche aware
People in B.C. intending to explore the backcountry are encouraged to be mindful of potential hazards, have a plan and be informed about avalanche safety…
Snowy peaks means the return of avalanches
Parks Canada Mountain Safety department is reminding those who enjoy exploring the backcountry to be mindful of the return of avalanche season. “Snowy peaks serve…
Avalanche Warning covers region and western Alberta
Avalanche Canada, in partnership with Parks Canada, Kananaskis Country, and the Province of B.C., has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users…
Avalanche conditions high across the region
Avalanche Canada this morning reports new snow over buried weak layers in the snowpack is causing dangerous avalanche conditions for much of the province today….
Stay avalanche aware if heading out
People venturing into British Columbia’s backcountry are encouraged to create a trip plan, be informed about avalanche and weather forecasts, and be prepared for the…
Avalanche warning covers entire region to May 1
Avalanche Canada, in partnership with Parks Canada, Kananaskis Country, and the province of British Columbia, has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning (SPAW) for recreational backcountry…