BOTTOM LINE
Danger by aspect and elevation on slopes approaching 35° or steeper.
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A danger of small wind slab avalanches may develop at the highest elevations on some very steep slopes with existing snow cover. Use caution around potential terrain traps like steep sided gullies or rock outcroppings. |
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CURRENT CONDITIONS |
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Snow is gradually stacking up on the highest elevation slopes in the region, but there's not enough yet to cover the rocks in most places.
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RECENT ACTIVITY |
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No avalanches reported or observed in the Logan Area |
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THREAT #1 |
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With snowfall and drifting tonight and Tuesday, some small fresh wind slabs may develop in pockets on steep slopes with existing snow.
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THREAT #2 |
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Small wet avalanches are possible on some steep slopes with saturated snow. Dropping temperatures this week will likely minimize this problem, but wet avalanches are certainly not uncommon around here in the fall.... |
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MOUNTAIN WEATHER |
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Expect some accumulation at all elevations tonight and tomorrow from a winter storm approaching from the northwest.. A moist northwest flow with colder temperatures will continue to bring a continued threat of snowfall to the mountains through much of the upcoming work week. |
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GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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The Utah Avalanche Center depends on contributions from users like you to support our work. Mark your calender and spread the word, the annual "Pray for Snow" Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center fundraiser dinner is scheduled for December 3, 6:30 at the Italian Place....
I will begin regular advisories when significantly more snow accumulates.... Most likely in mid-November.
Our "Know before You Go" video is available online..... (click HERE to watch it)
Please let us know what you're seeing in the backcountry, especially if you see or trigger an avalanche, by leaving us a message at (435-)755-3638 or 1-800-662-4140. Or, you can always e-mail us at uac@utahavalanchecenter.org. . Your observations are very important for our program.....
This advisory is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur. |
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This information does not apply to developed ski areas or highways where avalanche control is normally done. This advisory is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur. |
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This advisory provided by the USDA Forest Service, in partnership with:
The Friends of the Utah Avalanche Center, Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation, Utah Division of Emergency Management, Salt Lake County, Salt Lake Unified Fire Authority and the friends of the La Sal Avalanche Center. See our Sponsors Page for a complete list. |
