Salt River and Wyoming Ranges

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE above 8,000 feet. Dense surface slabs up to two feet in depth formed by west-southwest winds exist in steep wind loaded avalanche starting zones. In addition buried weak layers of faceted snow persist. Slab avalanches which could step down to these deeper layers could be triggered by snowmachines or skiers on steep slopes. Below 8,000 feet the general avalanche hazard is LOW, avalanches are unlikley except in isolated pockets.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Temperatures are forecasted to be in the teens Saturday morning rising into the 30's by the afternoon. Winds will be breezy over the mountains Saturday with continued mild conditions. A weak system will move across the Northern part of the state which will bring a slight chance of snow showers to the northwestern mountains. AVALANCHE HAZARD FOR THE TETON, TOGWOTEE PASS/CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AND GREYS RIVER/SOUTHWEST TRAILS AREASThe general avalanche hazard is expected to be MODERATE on Saturday. Cooler overnight temperatures will stabilize the snowpack at the lower elevations and decrease the potential for wet loose slides. At the mid and upper elevations existing dense slabs will become less sensitive to human triggers, however the potential for skiers and snowmachines to trigger these slabs and suffer the consequences will remain. Backcountry users are advised to consult area specific forecasts issued every morning as new information may become available and unexpected weather can change conditions.