Observation: NWAC Forecaster

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 12, 2022
Submitted:
February 13, 2022
Observer:
NWAC Forecaster - Lee Lazzara
Zone or Region:
West North
Location:
Mt. Herman (all aspects 4200-5700')

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
Yes
Cracking? 
None Experienced
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Media/Attachments

Large (D2) natural slab avalanche on a north aspect of Table Mt at ~5500'. This is suspected to have released in the late January crust-facet layering. Photo: Lee Lazzara
Faint crown of a very wide natural avalanche near the White Salmon Glacier on Mt. Shuksan. North aspect at 6000'. Photo: Lee Lazzara
Loose wet avalanche on a west aspect near Lake Ann at 4800'. Photo: Lee Lazzara
Ice surface crust glistening in the sun in above treeline terrain. North Cascades south and east of Baker Lake. Photo: Lee Lazzara
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