THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON January 31, 2023 @ 9:30 pm
Avalanche Advisory published on January 29, 2023 @ 9:30 pm
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center

The alpine region (above 3000m) has been coated in wind slab.  Where shallow, a single skier may trigger and propogate an avalanche of increasing size and above their location on the slope.  Increasing daytime temperatures will further destabilize this problem mid-day.  Manage your group and terrain carefully.  Consider a visit to the rescue training center today to practice your skills before heading into the backcountry.

 

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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.

2. Moderate

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Transistional - Near 3000 meters
Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.

1. Low

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Sub-Alpine - Below 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
    Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.
Avalanche Problem 1: Wind Slab
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Avalanche Problem 2: Deep Slab
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Thanks to overwhelming snow loads, the deep weak layer problem has reduced but not disappeared; no easy solution here.  But perhaps the best is knowlege of previous avalanche avtivity when planning your trip.  Manage your group and the terrain carefully.

Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
weather summary

Snow Forecast

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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. ​