Recent storm snow and strong SW winds have elevated the avalanche danger. The storm should taper off Saturday, with calmer, warmer weather expected Sunday. Riders should remain vigilant for isolated slabs on N and E aspects, and other lee terrain.
Problems
Storm Slabs
Storm Slab avalanches are the release of a cohesive layer (a slab) of new snow that breaks within new snow or on the old snow surface. Storm-slabs typically last between a few hours and few days (following snowfall). Storm-slabs that form over a persistent weak layer (surface hoar, depth hoar, or near-surface facets) may be termed Persistent Slabs or may develop into Persistent Slabs.