Gulmarg Region
THE BOTTOM LINE
Dangerous conditions due to deep storm snow supported by weak snow at the ground. Areas where previous avalanches have occurred have the best chance of reduced avalanche risk. Understand the present avalanche problems (below).
Avalanche Danger
Danger Scale
Avalanche Problems (2)
Problem #1: Wind Slab
Problem Type
Aspect/Elevation
Likelihood
Size
Problem #2: Persistent Slab
Problem Type
Aspect/Elevation
Likelihood
Size
Avalanches triggered will be large and destructive containing the entire seasons snowpack to the ground.
Recent Avalanche Activity
A large avalanche failed naturally near the end of Tuesday's storm in North Apherwat bowl (Avalanche Problem 2: Deep persistent weak layer).
A second recent avalanche on the South facing side of the same ridge into South Apherwat bowl (Avalanche Problem 1: Wind slab)
Mountain Weather
View detailed snow forecast for Gulmarg at:
snow-forecast.com
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.