Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
will govus
Observation Date:
April 17, 2022
Submitted:
April 17, 2022
Zone or Region:
East North
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Hwy 20

Triggered Avalanches

Did you trigger any avalanches? 
Yes
Was it intentional? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Wet Loose
Size:
Elevation:
Aspect:
Comments:

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Wet Loose
Size:
Elevation:
Aspect:
Comments:

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Full sun in the AM with increasing clouds in the afternoon. Witnessed a cornice drop that triggered a decent sized slide (~2) off the South side of Pica Peak. Shaded aspects held high quality cold snow. Was able to trigger wet loose at lower elevations in the afternoon.

Media

Public Field Report: Hwy 20
Public Field Report: Hwy 20
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