Togwotee Pass

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE. Winds have begun to form pockets of new soft surface slab on leeward aspects. These shallow surface slabs are likely to be easily triggered but limited in size. Old hard slabs up to five feet in depth linger and have some potential to be triggered on steep slopes-with severe consequences. Always travel one at a time in avalanche terrain.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )A snow advisory will be in effect for tonight with widespread snowfall of 7 to 9 inches in the mountains. Some areas may see up to a foot of new snow. Snowfall intensity will decrease early Sunday morning between systems before another disturbance impacts the area. Overnight lows will drop to near 10 degrees, before rising into the mid 20s on Sunday. Winds will be Westerly at 20 to 25 mph.AVALANCHE HAZARD FOR THE TETON, TOGWOTEE PASS / CONTINENTAL DIVIDE AND GREYS RIVER / SOUTHWEST TRAILS AREAS:The general avalanche hazard is CONSIDERABLE and rising. New snowfall and Southwest winds continue to build soft slabs on leeward aspects. These slabs are likely to be quite reactive tomorrow, particularly on sunlit aspects where a strong suncrust will provide a good sliding surface. On shaded aspects, these slabs lie upon buried surface hoar and wind pack. Human triggered avalanches are probable and will increase in depth and volume as the storm cycle progresses. Some potential exists in the Togwotee and Greys River areas for larger deep slabs to be triggered, especially by snowmachines. Backcountry users are advised to consult area specific forecasts issued every morning as new information may become available and unexpected weather can change conditions.