Observation: NWAC Forecaster

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
March 8, 2022
Submitted:
March 9, 2022
Observer:
NWAC Forecaster - Josh Hirshberg
Zone or Region:
Stevens Pass
Location:
Big Chief Mtn (NW-N, SE-S, 4,000-5,600ft)

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
None Observed
Cracking? 
None Experienced
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Advanced Information

Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Obscured
Wind:
Moderate
New/Recent Snowfall:
2cm

Light west wind w moderate gusts. Not much snow available to transport. Mild temperatures, hovering just below freezing.

No new avalanches

Snowpack Observations

Firm, rough old snow surface with a shallow dusting of new snow. Not enough storm snow to test bonding. Surface was supportive to boots.

Avalanche Problems

No problems

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