Wind Slabs
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NE
E
SE
S
SW
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NW
- Alpine
- Treeline
- Below treeline
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1
In avalanche starting zones above 9000 feet where wind has deposited new snow, soft wind slabs to depths of one foot could be triggered.
Avalanche forecast
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Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center
Avalanche danger
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights
Backcountry riders and skiers have the potential to trigger isolated pockets of soft slab in steep wind loaded terrain today.
Avalanche problems
Avalanche Discussion
( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Colder air is to move in overnight and Friday bringing temperatures down to the single digits by Friday afternoon. This cold air is expected to release several inches of snow from the lingering clouds as moisture moves east of the area. Winds are to become northerly with five to fifteen mile per hour averages. The general avalanche hazard is expected to be Low with isolated pockets of soft slabs in high wind loaded areas. If significant snowfall occurs, the hazard could be Moderate as the snowpack that has prevalent faceted snow is unable to bear much loading. Check the morning advisories for snowfall totals and the most up to date conditions.