Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Avalanche Professional

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 6, 2023
Submitted:
February 6, 2023
Observer:
Avalanche Professional - Shane Robinson
Zone or Region:
West South
Location:
Crystal Backcountry (All )

Signs of Unstable Snow

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

Advanced Information

Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Overcast
Wind:
Light , S
New/Recent Snowfall:
1-2" overnight and approximately 10" recent HST

Calm and mild weather today with light south winds on ridgelines, overcast skies, and some valley fog.

Snowpack Observations

Generally right side up and well bonded recent storm snow, however the bond is not as good on steep solar aspects. New isolated windslabs formed overnight at TL and ATL, especially on N and W aspects.

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