Avalanche Advisory published on February 19, 2026 @ 8:29 amThis Avalanche Advisory expires in 23 hours, 38 minutes
This advisory is valid for 24 hours
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center
Bottom Line
How to read the advisoryLonger periods of warm temperatures are producing risk of wet avalanches on South aspects after noon. Wind slab avalanche risk on steep North alpine aspects. Dangerous conditions due to old snow supported by weak snow at the ground. Areas where previous avalanches have occurred have the best chance of reduced avalanche risk. Understand the present avalanche problems (below).
1. Low
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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
1. Low
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Transistional - Near 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
1. Low
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Sub-Alpine - Below 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
Avalanche Problem 1: Wind Slab
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Unlikely -
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Avalanche Problem 2: Loose Wet
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Likelihood ?CertainVery LikelyLikelyPossible
Unlikely
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Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
weather summary
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Disclaimer
This avalanche advisory is provided through a partnership between the Jammu and Kashmir State Department of Tourism and the Gulmarg Avalanche Center. This advisory covers the Pir Pinjal range accessible from the Gulmarg Ski Area. Click here for a map of the forecast area. This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur. This advisory expires 24 hours after the posted time unless otherwise noted. The information in this advisory is provided as public a service. The user of this information accepts all risks and responsibility.
