Wind slab

Observed Apr 1, 2026, 9:00 a.m. PDT · Selkirks

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Comment
Wind was blowing consistently strong on the Illecillewaet Glacier. Snow actively transporting. A few shooting cracks. Human triggered wind slab on the approach. Isolated issue.
Weather
Windy
Ride type
Mellow slopes
Stayed away
Steep slopes
Riding quality
Good
Snow conditions
Powder
Avalanche conditions
Avalanche condition slab, Avalanche condition sound