Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Luke Weaver
Observation Date:
February 19, 2022
Submitted:
February 19, 2022
Zone or Region:
East South
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Nelson Range - Bumping Lake

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

No new snow below ~4500’, firm and solid snowpack with plenty of debris
4500-7000’, some new snow available for transport, pockets of likely very old slab development found above 6000’. Storm was coming in at the summit, intense wind and transport visible.

Media

Baby sun cups forming above 6500’
Great opportunity for future wind slabs on highly variable surfaces
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