Headline:
Avalanche Warning issued December 27 at 5:37AM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Avalanche Warning
Urgency:
Unknown
Effective:
December 27, 2024 - 4:37am
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 5:00am
Description:
AVWSLC
* WHAT...Heavy snowfall and drifting by strong winds will elevate
the backcountry avalanche danger over the next several days.
Very dangerous conditions and HIGH avalanche danger are
expected to develop in many areas.
* WHERE...For the mountains of northern Utah including the Wasatch
Range and Bear River Range.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MST Saturday
* IMPACTS...Very dangerous avalanche conditions are expected to
develop on many slopes. Avalanches can be triggered on slopes 30
degrees and steeper. They may also be triggered remotely (from
a distance) or from below.
Instruction:
Avoid traveling on or underneath steep terrain at mid and upper
elevations in the backcountry. Carry and know how to use avalanche
rescue equipment. Find safer riding conditions on slopes less than
30 degrees with no overhead hazard.
Backcountry travelers should consult www.utahavalanchecenter.org
or call 1-888-999-4019 for more detailed information.
This Warning does not apply to ski areas where avalanche hazard
reduction measures are performed.
Area Description:
Wasatch Mountains I-80 North; Wasatch Mountains South of I-80
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT