With the storm bringing a late snow dump, this is a reminder to BE PREPARED when traveling outside of the resort areas.

🏎Conditions can change fast—it might be bluebird when you set out, but can turn to a whiteout with gale-force winds by the end. 

⛷If you are planning on travelling into the backcountry, we suggest rethinking your trip until after the storm—when you can enjoy the fresh snow on a bluebird day.

❄️ For ALPINE AREAS above 1900 metres:
DAMAGING NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h possible above 1900 metres from early Tuesday afternoon, becoming more likely into the evening. Winds may temporarily ease overnight Tuesday, before increasing again Wednesday morning as the winds shift westerly.

A reminder If you’re heading into the backcountry:
👉 Register your trip intention here: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/alpine-safety#tell-somebody
👉 Carry a Personal Locator Beacon (available to rent from the National Parks Office)
👉 Check the weather forecast: https://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/charlotte-pass.shtml
👉 Carry appropriate equipment for conditions 

Let's hope that this storm brings enough snow for us to enjoy till the end of the season. 

NSW SES Alpine Search and Rescue Unit NSW SES

⚠️STORM WARNING