Abajos

The avalanche danger is MODERATE today on steep, wind drifted slopes at upper elevations that face the north half of the compass. And as the day heats up we will see a rising MODERATE danger for loose wet avalanches on sun-exposed slopes. Signs of instability include rollerballs, or pinwheels coming down the slope. Stay off of and out from under steep slopes if they become wet and sloppy.

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Over the last couple of days, two different fatal avalanche accidents have occurred in CA and CO. Our deepest condolences to the friends and families of these victims.

A warm and sunny day is in store with light to moderate WSW winds, and temps climbing up into the low 40's at 10,000'. Winds will increase tonight ahead of a fast-moving storm system that will clip by to the north on Monday afternoon. Tomorrow will be sunny, warm, and blustery with SW winds blowing in the 25-35 mph range with gusts to 50. Winds continue into Monday night shifting to the NW. Temps crash into the teens Monday night and Tuesday will be sunny and comparatively cool. Dry and warming conditions make up the long term.

NWS Weather Forecast.

Snow totals at Buckboard Flat (8924')

Snow totals at Camp Jackson (8858')

Snowpack Discussion

The mountains picked up about a foot of snow between Wednesday and Friday. Southerly winds on Thursday blew the snow around forming unstable drifts on leeward slopes, primarily on upper elevation northerly aspects. These drifts have gained strength and will be more stubborn to release today but you may still be able to trigger an avalanche on steep, wind drifted slopes. As the day heats up the danger will increase for loose wet avalanches on sun exposed slopes. Be alert to signs of wet snow instability such as rollerballs, pinwheels, and sloppy wet snow. Get off of and out from under steep slopes when these signs are present.

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This forecast is from the U.S. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.