Avalanche expert Albi Sole says hikers and scramblers need to realize there's always the potential for avalanche risk in the Rockies. A Calgary man hiking alone was killed in an avalanche in Kananaskis Country after he was caught in a wet snowslide Monday, officials say. The extraction effort on Tuesday afternoon was a lengthy operation, due to avalanche risk to rescuers, said Mike Koppang, Alberta Parks public safety specialist. Those looking for updates on backcountry conditions can check the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides Mountain Conditions Report online. While avalanche deaths are not common at this time of year, Koppang is urging backcountry users to use extra caution, especially after late-season snowfalls.

Source: CBC News May 25, 2016 13:17 UTC