THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON February 16, 2024 @ 8:43 am
Avalanche Advisory published on February 15, 2024 @ 8:43 am
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center

Steep North and Northeasp aspects above 3000 m still have dangerous weakness.  Avoid areas which appear loaded and have not previously avalanched.  Continue to use safe-travel techniques.  

2. Moderate

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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.

1. Low

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Transistional - Near 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.

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Sub-Alpine - Below 3000 meters
    Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.
Avalanche Problem 1: Persistent Slab
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5 days of warmer temperatures have helped stabilize weakness in all elevations/aspects.  This weakness has not disappeared!  Added load from new storm snow may once again make this weakness a danger of human-triggered avalanches.  

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. ​