Togwotee Pass

The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDRABLE above an elevation of 9,000 feet and low below that elevation. At the higher elevations recent snow and west winds have formed easily triggered soft slabs up to 24 inches deep. On steep, wind loaded slopes these slabs could be triggered by a single person. Travel one at a time on slopes and avoid avalanche run-out areas. Careful route-finding and conservative decision-making are essential. Avalanches are unlikely below an elevation of 9,000 feet except in isolated pockets.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )In the Tetons the avalanche hazard will be High. Strong winds moving up to two feet of light, available snow and several inches of new snow will develop easily triggered or naturally running firm to hard slabs to four feet in depth on lee slopes above 8,500 feet. The slabs rest on slick crusts and wind pack.In the Greys River and Togwotee Pass areas the avalanche hazard will be Considerable. Strong winds with new and available snow will increase easily triggered slabs from 18 to 24 inches in depth on steep, lee slopes.