Professional Observation
Basic Information
Observation Details
Observation Date:
January 1, 2020Submitted:
January 1, 2020Observer:
SAC - VandenBos, DavisZone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern MtnsLocation:
Horton PeakSigns of Unstable Snow
Recent Avalanches?
YesCracking?
IsolatedCollapsing?
Isolated
Cracking and collapsing where recent winds had built stiff slabs.
Snow Stability
Stability Rating:
PoorConfidence in Rating:
ModerateStability Trend:
SteadyMedia
Advanced Information
Weather Summary
Cloud Cover:
Mostly CloudyWind:
Strong , NVariable clouds, from obscured and snowing S-1, to broken and no snowfall.
Avalanche Problems
| Problem | Location | Distribution | Sensitivity | Size | Comments |
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Wind Slab
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Persistent Slab
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Terrain Use
Avoided avalanche terrain
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