Observation: Avalanche Professional

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
March 3, 2023
Submitted:
March 3, 2023
Observer:
Avalanche Professional - Shane Robinson - Graybird Guiding
Zone or Region:
West South
Location:
Crystal Backcountry (All )

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
Yes
Cracking? 
None Experienced
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Advanced Information

Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Partly Cloudy
Wind:
Light , W
New/Recent Snowfall:
About 20-30cm HST.

Strong solar input midday affected the solar slopes. Snow showers in the early AM and again in the late afternoon. Generally light W winds throughout the day.

Observed two recent small (size 1) wet loose avalanches in steep solar terrain. Also a few roller balls and trees shedding snow.