"The avalanche problem type was identified as persistent slab, a historically stubborn and unpredictable snowpack issue that has affected backcountry terrain across British Columbia throughout the 2025-26 season."
"Avalanche Canada classified the slide as a Size 2.5 - large enough to bury, injure, or kill a person. The slab measured 170 meters wide with an average crown depth of 50 centimeters."
"Avalanche risk across British Columbia is currently rated moderate from the alpine to treeline and may climb to considerable in some areas this weekend."
A snowmobiler was killed in an avalanche in the Omineca Mountains of British Columbia, buried under nearly two meters of snow. Two snowmobilers triggered a persistent slab slide on a northeast-facing slope. One rider remained on the surface while the other was buried. The surviving rider used a satellite messenger to call for help. Rescuers arrived but could not save the buried rider, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Avalanche Canada classified the slide as Size 2.5, urging caution for backcountry travelers due to moderate avalanche risk.
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