Salt River and Wyoming Ranges

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE. Recent snow with southwest to westerly winds have formed surface slabs in steep, wind-loaded avalanche terrain. Skiers and riders have the potential to trigger pockets of these slabs today to depths of two feet, particularly in higher terrain below ridge tops or in rocky terrain. Periods of sunshine will create the chance for natural and human triggered loose slides on steep, sunlit slopes.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Tuesday there will be a break in the series of snow events. Light snow flurries are possible in the afternoon ahead of the next pulse of moisture. Skies will be partly cloudy with temperatures rising into the upper 20s. Ridgetop winds will be southwesterly at 15 miles per hour.The general avalanche hazard will be Moderate through the region. The new snow is resting on sun crusts on all but very northerly exposures. Backcountry users have been reporting easily triggered soft slabs to 20 inches deep in steep areas like chutes at mid and upper elevations. The slides are running on density breaks or the sun crusts. similar events are expected Tuesday and any periods of sunshine will increase the sensitivity of slabs and raise the chance of loose slides on steep areas near cliff bands or under cornices.