THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON March 24, 2019 @ 9:30 pm
Avalanche Advisory published on March 23, 2019 @ 9:30 pm
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center

South alpine aspects will produce loose snow avalanches early as temperatures rise rapidly today. Storm and wind slab remain today's avalanche problem.  Northerly alpine aspects are the likely place the find them.

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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.

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: Loose Wet
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Avalanche Problem 2: Loose Wet
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Avalanche Problem 3: Wind Slab
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Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
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. ​