Avalanche Threat

              People who are heading into the backcountry are being advised to heed regional avalanche forecasts. Avalanche Canada has issued a widespread public warning in partnership with Parks Canada and Alberta’s Kananaskis Country for a number of regions in B-C, Yukon and Alberta. It says warmer weather this week will increase the likelihood of avalanches at a time when more people are heading to the mountains because it is spring break in B-C. The three organizations say anyone who plans to snowshoe or explore the front country should also be aware that many popular summer trails are exposed to avalanche terrain, so people should plan ahead and research their route to avoid those areas.