Avalanche
Special Public Avalanche Warning issued for Central Rockies
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Current situation
Avalanche Canada has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning (SPAW) for the Central Rockies of B.C and Alberta, including Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, and Jasper National Parks, and Kananaskis Country. Always check your regional avalanche forecast before entering the backcountry. The SPAW is in effect through the end of day Monday, March 24.
Special Public Avalanche Warning
Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
Leave a wide margin of error:
- If you are hiking, scrambling or recreating near avalanche terrain, stick to simple, low angle terrain and avoid all overhead avalanche hazards.
- Visit the Avalanche Canada website to plan ahead.
Check the avalanche forecast:
- Check your regional avalanche forecast before visiting the backcountry.
Know your gear:
- Ensure you have essential rescue gear—a transceiver, probe, and shovel—and the knowledge to use it.
Links and resources
Avalanche Canada
Latest avalanche information and danger levels.
Environment and Climate Change Canada
View weather alerts for B.C.
DriveBC
Latest travel and highway updates.
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for exploring in and around the mountains with resources from PreparedBC.