Salt River and Wyoming Ranges

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE. In isolated areas on steep exposed slopes in and around cliff bands the potential persists to trigger hard slabs with depths to five feet. It is likely to take large loads such as cornice drops, snow machines, or multiple snow machines to initiate a slide. Remember it is never recommended to assist others when stuck in avalanche terrain.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Skies are to remain mostly clear overnight and Friday although local areas could see brief periods of light snow. Temperatures are to increase to the low thirties and west winds are expected to increase slightly on Friday to averages near twenty miles per hour.The general avalanche hazard is expected to be Moderate above 9000 feet on Friday. A slight chance persists for large triggers such as snow machines, groups, or cornices to trigger hard slabs to depths of five feet in steep rocky areas and under cornices. Avalanches are unlikely below 9000 feet except in isolated pockets. Increasing temperatures and sunlight during the afternoon may increase the sensitivity of the slabs as well as provide for the possibility of wet point releases and sunballing in steep terrain.