THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON February 20, 2024 @ 8:35 pmAvalanche Advisory published on February 19, 2024 @ 8:35 pm
Issued by
Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center
Bottom Line
How to read the advisory
4. High
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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Very dangerous avalanche conditions. Travel in avalanche terrain not recommended.
3. Considerable
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Transistional - Near 3000 meters
Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.
2. Moderate
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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.
Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.
Avalanche Problem 1: Wind Slab
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Avalanche Problem 2: Storm Slab
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Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
weather summary
View detailed snow forecast for Gulmarg at:
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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.
