Observation: NWAC Forecaster
Basic Information
Observation Details
Observation Date:
April 15, 2022Submitted:
April 15, 2022Observer:
NWAC Forecaster - Lee LazzaraZone or Region:
West NorthLocation:
Shuksan Arm + Hemispheres (3800' - 5500' W-N-E)Signs of Unstable Snow
Recent Avalanches?
None ObservedCracking?
None ExperiencedCollapsing?
None ExperiencedAdvanced Information
Weather Summary
Cloud Cover:
Partly CloudyWind:
CalmNew/Recent Snowfall:
Trace near and above treelineCalm, pleasant day. Sun was warming east (and south) aspects in the AM but cool temps limited surface warming on shadier aspects seeing less sun.
Avalanche Observations
| # | Date | Location | Size | Type | Bed Sfc | Depth | Trigger | Photos | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Apr 11, 2022 () |
Mt. Ruth W 5600ft |
D2.5 | N-Natural | Report |
Snowpack Observations
30cm over 4/8 MFcr - up to 120cm in wind loaded areas. Wind slab and new snow layers from earlier in the week were observed but found unreactive. Solars sport a few weak MFcr's in upper spx down to K hard 4/8 crust. Surface hoar to 5mm formed overnight up to 5500' - probably higher. SH melted back on most aspects but was preserved on true north aspects.