Observation: Public
Observation Details
Name:
Nate Hough-SneeObservation Date:
February 13, 2021Submitted:
February 13, 2021Zone or Region:
Stevens PassActivity:
Skiing/SnowboardingLocation:
5300' NSigns of Unstable Snow
Did you see shooting cracks?
Yes, WidespreadDid you experience collapsing or whumpfing?
Yes, IsolatedObservations
Poor bond and strong BTL winds from east have transported snow into stiff drifts and cornices, often covered by less dense storm snow. Bailed on ridgeline travel due to high recent transport and shooting cracks to 6m.