THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON January 8, 2025 @ 9:10 amAvalanche Advisory published on January 7, 2025 @ 9:10 am
Issued by
Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center
Bottom Line
How to read the advisoryThe snowpack is shallow below 3000m with low avalanche risk. Considerable risk above 3000m
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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.
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.
Dangerous avalanche conditions. Careful snowpack evaluation, cautious route-finding and conservative decision-making essential.
Avalanche Problem 1: Persistent Slab
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Cold alpine aspects (N-NE-E) are supported by a layer of weak facets at the ground. A strong crust sits directly above the facets. Additional snow loading this weak layer, combined with the weight of a single skier may be enough to collapse the weak layer triggering avalanches on steep slopes.
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.
