Togwotee Pass

The general avalanche hazard is MODERATE above an elevation of 9,000 feet. People venturing into steep avalanche prone terrain could trigger slab avalanches up to two feet deep. Below an elevation of 9,000 feet the snowpack is mostly stable and the general avalanche hazard is LOW.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )A west - northwesterly flow aloft with generally dry air will keep the region dry Tuesday. Winds will be westerly at 15 in the morning increasing to 20 miles per hour in the afternoon. Mountain temperatures will rise from the mid teens in the morning to near 30 during the day.The general avalanche hazard is expected to be MODERATE at upper elevations (9,000 to 10,500 feet). People traveling into very steep avalanche starting zones could release slab avalanches to 24 inches in depth. Avalanche prone slopes below ridge crests or snow over, or just below, rock bands should be avoided. Avalanches are unlikely at the mid and lower elevations where the hazard is expected to be LOW.