Avalanche Canada is issuing a warning for outdoor enthusiasts about backcountry conditions in the peace region.
The avalanche danger rating is being listed as ‘considerable’ for the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains.
Avalanche Canada says that temperatures are beginning to rise in the Peace Region. Loose, wet avalanche activity and pockets of reactive wind slabs are possible, anywhere snow is being warmed for the first time.
The warning is in effect for alpine areas. However, the danger rating is listed as ‘moderate’ for the tree line area and below.
For the western slope of the Rockies, including the Pine Pass and Monkman Provincial Park, the danger rating is listed as ‘high’.
Avalanche Canada is also advising people to check its forecast and take steps to keep themselves safe. Anyone planning to be in the backcountry needs to have proper training, carry a transceiver, shovel and a probe.