Salt River and Wyoming Ranges

The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE above an elevation of 8,500 feet and LOW below that elevation. At the higher elevations new snow and strong west winds have formed soft surface slabs to two feet in depth. These slabs could be triggered on steep slopes by the weight of a single person. Careful route-finding and conservative decision-making are essential for safe travel in avalanche terrain. Avalanches are unlikely below an elevation of 8,500 feet except in isolated pockets. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully. Identify and avoid areas of concern including steep, wind loaded slopes and terrain traps.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )In the Tetons the avalanche hazard will be High. Strong winds moving up to two feet of light, available snow and several inches of new snow will develop easily triggered or naturally running firm to hard slabs to four feet in depth on lee slopes above 8,500 feet. The slabs rest on slick crusts and wind pack.In the Greys River and Togwotee Pass areas the avalanche hazard will be Considerable. Strong winds with new and available snow will increase easily triggered slabs from 18 to 24 inches in depth on steep, lee slopes.