Avalanche Advisory
Advisory: Abajo Area Mountains Issued by Eric Trenbeath for Friday - March 3, 2017 - 7:36am
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The avalanche danger is MODERATE and human triggered avalanches are possible on steep slopes with recent deposits of wind drifted snow primarily on slopes with a northerly aspect. With daytime heating, may we see some loose, wet activity on sun exposed slopes. Look for signs of instability such as pinwheels, or roller balls, and sloppy wet snow.




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The Abajo/Blue Mountain avalanche advisory will provide detailed information on the weekends. During the week, general information and a danger rating will be posted.

current conditions

A beautiful day is on tap with sunny skies and increasing light to moderate southwesterly winds. 8" of snow fell earlier in the week but a string sun over the past couple of days will have formed a crust on sunny aspects. Wind exposed slopes have taken a hit as well, you'll need to seek shelter for soft snow.

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The information in this advisory is from the US Forest Service which is solely responsible for its content. This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.