Pro Field Report

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 5, 2020
Submitted:
February 5, 2020
Observer:
Pro
Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern Mtns
Location:
Titus Ridge to Lake Peak

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
Yes
Cracking? 
Isolated
Collapsing? 
None Experienced
Quick trip out and back to Titus Lake Peak between 1500-1700. Small, fresh wind slabs and cornices building in exposed locations- touchy and easily triggered. Slab depth tapers quickly off ridgeline. Limited snow available for transport.

Media/Attachments

Light snow and wind formed these small, sensitive drifts along Titus Ridge in the Smoky Mountains.

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