Salt River and Wyoming Ranges

The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE. Dangerous avalanche conditions exist. Backcountry riders and skiers have the potential to easily trigger slab avalanches to depths of six feet in avalanche terrain on a variety of aspects. The sensitivity of these fragile slabs will increase as new snow and wind further load them today. Caution is required as tracks are not an indication of stability and slabs may release even after several others have risked exposure.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Snow showers are expected overnight before the next system brings snow to the area in the early morning. This snow is to continue into Thursday evening and could potentially be heavy at times. Highs in the upper twenties and strong southwest winds are to accompany this storm.The general avalanche hazard is expected to be CONSIDERABLE in the morning. Large dangerous slab avalanches with depths to six feet will be susceptible to human triggers and may release naturally as wind and new snow continue to stress the snowpack’s limits. This hazard will increase during the day and may become HIGH in the afternoon depending on the amount of new snow and wind received. Tracks are no indication of stability and slopes may fail after many people have risked exposure. Fundamental and cautious decision making is essential while travelling in the backcountry at this time. All avalanche terrain should be considered suspect and respect should be given to the severe consequences associated with the fragile, deep slab instabilities.