Tetons

The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE at all elevations today. Dangerous slabs exist on a variety of aspects and elevations which overlie an assortment of weak layers and sliding surfaces. Yesterday at elevations above 7,500 feet, numerous slab avalanches up to two feet in depth released both naturally and were also artificially triggered by the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and the Wyoming Department of Transportation. Yesterday at low and mid elevation, widespread whomping and cracking were observed. Areas that have held snow below 7,500 feet with slopes greater than 30 degrees pose a threat to backcountry users today. Pay particularly attention to gullies and terrain traps on approach to higher terrain.The Teton Mountain Lodge in Teton Village will host a benefit apres ski party this afternoon from 2 to 6 PM. Come and enjoy 2 dollar beers, win raffle prizes including Rossignol Bandit B4 skis, Cloudveil Jackets, Lift tickets and much more. All proceeds will benefit this forecast. For more information call the Teton Mountain Lodge at 734-7111.

Snow is expected to fall through the evening in the mountains, accompanied by 20 to 30 mph winds, and continued cold temperatures. A chance for lingering snow showers will continue through Sunday as cold Canadian systems pass through the area.AVALANCHE HAZARD FOR THE TETON, GREYS RIVER/SOUTHWEST TRAILS AND THE TOGWOTEE PASS/CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AREASThe general avalanche hazard is expected to remain CONSIDERABLE at the mid and upper elavations tomorrow. Slabs have settled and gained some strength however they lie on a variety of weak snow surfaces and new snow loads will keep them sensitive to human triggers. These slabs may be released to depths greater than two feet. Depending on snowfall at the Low elevations where stability has also increased the hazard is expected to be MODERATE where pockets of slab overlay weak facets and could be triggered on steep, wind loaded terrain.