Togwotee Pass

Snow depths range from 8 to 18 inches above an elevation of 8,500 feet where the general avalanche hazard is LOW. The snow is mostly stable, however caution is advised in steep terrain as even a small slab avalanche can cause serious injury in these early season conditions. Snow cover tapers to depths of less than six inches and areas of bare ground at the lower elevations.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Areas of light snowfall are possible overnight with accumulations of an inch or two. Partly sunny skies are expected on Friday. Temperatures will be in the teens and 20s. Westerly winds will continue at speeds of 10 to 20 miles per hour with higher gusts.At the upper elevations some isolated pockets of wind slab up to a foot in depth may be reactive to human triggers in very steep terrain. The general avalanche hazard is LOW and normal caution is advised. A small slab avalanche can cause serious injury during these early season conditions.