Tetons

Be on the lookout for small, fresh wind drifts at upper elevations. If the sun pops out, loose snow avalanches could occur on very steep slopes as the day warms. Generally stable conditions exist on slopes protected from the wind and sun. Exercise normal caution in the backcountry & continue to give terrain near or under cornices a wide buffer. 

Yesterday's small storm brought a welcome 3-6" of new snow to the Tetons, accompanied by light to moderate northerly winds. This wasn't enough to appreciably change the avalanche danger, and the rating has remained at Low. However, it did add a few things to the list of problems that you could encounter today, especially if your backcountry adventures take you to steep, consequential terrain:

• Fresh wind slabs. I found that the combination of new snow and north winds had formed small but visible fresh drifts in this zone at upper elevations. While relatively small and isolated, they could be enough to knock you off your feet or machine. Fresh wind slabs will be most common in upper-elevation terrain. They'll be relatively easily identified by signs of surface wind texture or snow that feels thicker or denser and may become more reactive if the sun makes an appearance.
• Loose snow avalanches. The new snow fell on top of various crusts extending to every aspect at low elevations and present on sunny slopes in the middle and upper elevations. Today's forecasted temps should remain cooler, but sunshine could cause the new snow to come unglued from these crusts and form sluffs. These could occur naturally as the day warms up—pay attention to the terrain around you.

Use extra caution around cornices, which—thanks to our snowy February—have grown very large. Many observers have noticed cracks near larger cornices where these beasts peel away from steep ridgelines. Stepping through or cutting a track through the surface snow near one of these cracks can lead to a feeling akin to having the rug pulled out from under you. Remain alert in the backcountry with all hazards (not just snow hazards): make a plan before heading out, carry the appropriate avalanche safety equipment, and remain alert for unexpected conditions.