Above 7,500 feet the possibility continues to trigger surface slabs that lie upon persistent week layers. These slabs are most likely to be found in steep terrain and could have depths to three feet. Avalanches below 7,500 feet are unlikely today.
Dangerous slab avalanches to three feet in depth could be triggered by riders and skiers in steep avalanche terrain, particularly in typical starting zones and in rocky areas. Some steep slopes may be crossed multiple times before an avalanche is released.
( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Some snow showers are expected to occur over the western mountains overnight and Thursday. Accumulations are to be light. Mountain temperatures are rise into the upper teens and winds are to be light from the northwest.The general avalanche hazard will be Moderate above 7500 feet in the Teton and Togwotee Pass/Continental Divide Areas and Considerable at all elevations in the Southwest Trails/Greys River zone. In these areas, persistent slabs remain susceptible to human triggers in steep terrain. In the southern forecast area slabs are the most sensitive and can have depths to three feet. Avalanches are unlikely below 7500 in the Teton and Togwotee Pass areas.
