THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON February 12, 2020 @ 6:56 am
Avalanche Advisory published on February 11, 2020 @ 6:56 am
Issued by Jeff Thompson - Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center

Selkirks/Cabinets

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Snow storms continue to move through the area. Expect to see some flurries in the morning and partly cloudy in the afternoon. The snowpack has adjusted well to the snow over the past couple days. The ice crust which controlled the snow surface for the past 10 days is pretty much buried at this point. Be aware of newly wind loaded areas

How to read the advisory

Selkirks/Cabinets

How to read the advisory

Snow storms continue to move through the area. Expect to see some flurries in the morning and partly cloudy in the afternoon. The snowpack has adjusted well to the snow over the past couple days. The ice crust which controlled the snow surface for the past 10 days is pretty much buried at this point. Be aware of newly wind loaded areas

2. Moderate

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Above Treeline
Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.

2. Moderate

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Near Treeline
Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.

1. Low

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Below Treeline
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: Storm Slab
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Avalanche Problem 2: Deep Slab
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Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
weather summary

Mild disturbances continue to move through the area. Chances for precipitation increase by the weekend. Winds will pick up Friday evening and continue through the weekend. Expect to see precipitation chances go up Satuarday and Sunday

Weather observations from the Region
0600 temperature: 33 deg. F.
Max. temperature in the last 24 hours: 40 deg. F.
Average wind direction during the last 24 hours: W
Average wind speed during the last 24 hours: 8 mph
Maximum wind gust in the last 24 hours: 21 mph
New snowfall in the last 24 hours: 0 inches
Total snow depth: 120 inches
Two-Day Mountain Weather Forecast Produced in partnership with the Spokane NWS
For 2000 ft. to 4000 ft.
Tuesday Tuesday Night Wednesday
Weather: Chance flurries Freezing fog Freezing fog
Temperatures: 35 deg. F. 27 deg. F. 35 deg. F.
Wind Direction: SW SW SW
Wind Speed: 6-8 3-5 calm
Expected snowfall: 0 in. 0 in. 0 in.
For 4000 ft. to 6000 ft.
Tuesday Tuesday Night Wednesday
Weather: Flurries Cloudy Partly sunny
Temperatures: 26 deg. F. 15 deg. F. 27 deg. F.
Wind Direction: W W E
Wind Speed: 15-17 7-10 8-11
Expected snowfall: 0 in. 0 in. 0 in.
Disclaimer

Avalanche conditions change for better or worse continually. Backcountry travelers should be prepared to assess current conditions for themselves, plan their routes of travel accordingly, and never travel alone. Backcountry travelers can reduce their exposure to avalanche hazards by utilizing timbered trails and ridge routes and by avoiding open and exposed terrain with slope angles of 30 degrees or more. Backcountry travelers should carry the necessary avalanche rescue equipment such as a shovel, avalanche probe or probe ski poles, a rescue beacon and a well-equipped first aid kit.  For a recorded version of the Avalanche Advisory call (208)765-7323.