Headline:
Avalanche Watch issued December 27 at 5:51AM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Avalanche Watch
Urgency:
Unknown
Effective:
December 27, 2024 - 4:51am
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 5:00am
Description:
AVASLC
* WHAT...Heavy snow and drifting by strong winds will elevate
backcountry avalanche danger over the next several days. Very
dangerous conditions and a HIGH avalanche danger is expected to
develop in many areas.
* WHERE...The Avalanche Watch is for the mountains of northern and
central Utah including the western Uinta Mountains, the Wasatch
Plateau and the Manti La Sal Skyline.
* WHEN...Through 6 AM MST Saturday
* IMPACTS...Very dangerous avalanche conditions are expected to
develop on many slopes. Avalanches can be triggered on slopes
steeper than 30 degrees. 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 Watch does not apply to ski areas where avalanche hazard
reduction measures are performed.
Area Description:
Western Uinta Mountains; Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs; Central Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT