Forecast for the Abajo Area Mountains
Friday, January 8, 2016
An unexpected large amount of new snow has increased the avalanche danger to CONSIDERABLE on all slopes of all aspects at and above tree line. Human triggered avalanches are likely, and natural avalanches are possible. Slopes facing northwest through east are the most likely aspects where natural avalanche activity may occur. Low elevation slopes have a moderate danger. Backcountry travelers need good terrain and snowpack stability evaluation skills and to use conservative decision making.