Togwotee Pass

Above an elevation of 8000 feet the general avalanche hazard is Moderate. In steep avalanche prone terrain, backcountry riders and skiers have the potential to trigger slab avalanches. These slabs could be soft with depths to two feet or in large exposed terrain features the slabs could be hard with depths to four feet. Caution is advised as involvement in such a slide would likely carry severe consequences. The general avalanche hazard below 8000 feet is Low where avalanches are unlikely in the shallow snowpack.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )Thursday looks to be mostly dry although periods of light snow or flurries are possible as weak embedded disturbances are carried through the area by the generally weak flow. Mountain temperatures are to rise into the mid twenties and winds are to be northwesterly with five to fifteen mile per hour averages.The general avalanche hazard will be Moderate. The chance to trigger slab avalanches persists in very steep avalanche terrain. These slabs could reach depths of five feet in some areas and are likely to be more susceptible to larger triggers such as snow machines or groups of skiers.