THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON February 9, 2024 @ 8:14 am
Avalanche Advisory published on February 8, 2024 @ 8:14 am
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center

Dangerous avalanche conditions above 3000m. Recent snowfall at this elevation is a dense layer supported by weak, faceted snow. North and North-east aspects are especially dangerous.  This problem will remain until a significant change occurs in the weather.  

3. Considerable

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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.

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.

No Rating

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Sub-Alpine - Below 3000 meters
    Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.
Avalanche Problem 1: Deep Slab
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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. ​