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Please join us at the 23rd annual Black Diamond Fall Fundraiser Party Thursday Sept 15. Tickets are on sale now here, at the Black Diamond store & at REI. Special bonus raffle for online ticket purchasers! |
Advisory: Uintas Area Mountains | Issued by Craig Gordon for Tuesday - February 23, 2016 - 4:00am |
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current conditions In the wake of yesterday's little storm, 2"-3" of very light density snow fell and temperatures crashed into the single digits. Skies are beginning to clear, revealing a big, bright, brilliant moon. The fresh coat of white paint has greatly improved riding and turning conditions. Trip reports and observations are found here.
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recent activity A few shallow, yet very manageable fresh drifts were noted along the leeward side of upper elevation ridges. Recent avalanche observations are found here See or trigger an avalanche? Shooting cracks? Hear a collapse? It's simple. Go here to fill out an observation.
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type | aspect/elevation | characteristics |
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LIKELIHOOD
LIKELY
UNLIKELY
SIZE
LARGE
SMALL
TREND
INCREASING DANGER
SAME
DECREASING DANGER
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description
Manageable in size and predictably breaking at or below your skis, board, or sled, fresh wind drifts along the leeward side of upper elevation ridges are today's main avalanche concern. If you're travels take you into steep, unforgiving terrain, remember- even a small slide can easily boss you around and once triggered, has the potential to quickly ruin your day.
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weather A few scattered snow showers linger over the region this morning, but in general high pressure is building and we should start to dry out as the day progresses. North and northeast winds blow in the teens and low 20's and temperatures rise into the mid 20's. Under clear skies, overnight lows dip into the single digits. A warming trend takes hold Wednesday through the end of the week, ushering in tranquil weather. There's a weak storm slated for the weekend, but nothing big in sight.
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general announcements Remember your information can save lives. If you see anything we should know about, please participate in the creation of our own community avalanche advisory by submitting snow and avalanche conditions. You can call me directly at 801-231-2170, email [email protected], or email by clicking HERE If Craig is unavailable you can reach his partner Trent at 801-455-7239, email [email protected] This is a great time of year to schedule a free avalanche awareness presentation for your group or club. You can contact me at 801-231-2170 or email [email protected]. To register for the first in our series of on-the-snow sled specific classes you can register here. 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. The information in this advisory expires 24 hours after the date and time posted, but will be updated by 7:00 AM on Wednesday, February 24th.
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Advisory Hotline: (888) 999-4019 | Contact Information