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Forecast for the Abajos Area Mountains

Eric Trenbeath
Issued by Eric Trenbeath on
Thursday morning, January 31, 2019
The avalanche danger remains CONSIDERABLE on steep, upper elevation slopes that face NW-N-SE where human triggered avalanches failing on a buried persistent weak layer remain likely. Most other terrain offers MODERATE danger with the possibility for triggering an old, hard wind slab in exposed terrain. Suspect slopes that have a smooth rounded appearance, or that feel hollow underneath. Stick to low angle, wind sheltered terrain for the best, and safest conditions.
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Special Announcements
I've completed the final report on Friday's fatal avalanche in the La Sals. Our deepest sympathies continue to go out to the family and friends of local Monticello resident, Scott Pehrson Jr. who was killed in the accident. Much thanks to San Juan, and Grand County Search and Rescues, Classic Air Medical and the Utah Department of Public Safety, Snowbird, Wasatch Powder Bird Guides, and professional dog teams from Wasatch Backcountry Rescue, Alta, and Park City ski patrols.
We will be offering a Backcountry 101 avalanche course on Feb 8, 9. It's a great way to up your avalanche knowledge with both classroom, and hands on field instruction. Click here for more details and to register.
Weather and Snow
Skies are clear, WNW winds are light, and 10,000' temps are in the low teens. It's going to he another gorgeous day in the mountains with continued sunny skies, light westerly winds, and high temps in the mid to high 20's. Tomorrow should be the last completely sunny day as series of Pacific troughs are lining up out there. The first, and weakest system should move into the area on Saturday bringing only a chance if showers, with two more promising systems following. For now, get out and enjoy the sunshine!
Snow totals at Buckboard Flat (8924')
Snow totals at Camp Jackson (8858')
Wind, temperature, and humidity on Abajo Peak (11,000')
National Weather Service point forecast.
Another beautiful day on tap! Webcam photo courtesy of Kevin Dressel.
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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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