Observation: NWAC Observer

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
December 17, 2022
Submitted:
December 17, 2022
Observer:
NWAC Observer - Sam Luthy
Zone or Region:
Olympics
Location:
Hurricane Ridge-Maggies (4800-5500 NE SW W NW)

Signs of Unstable Snow

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

Media/Attachments

SH layer on Southern Aspect in the BTL. Its presence on S terrain is isolated but you have to dig to find out
Propigation Saw Test. Block slid off and into the observer. Saw moved 40cm along the 140cm block before propigation.
Extended column test. ECTP#6 @65cm. Block slid off and hit observer making the divot in the top.
Looking toward Mt Angeles. Not much snow in the trees and ridges are almost scoured bare.
View over to Sunrise bowl. Lots of skier activity here.
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