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Observation Details
Name:
Craig MuderlakObservation Date:
March 18, 2022Submitted:
March 18, 2022Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie PassActivity:
Skiing/SnowboardingLocation:
Snowlake divide, north slopes crestSigns of Unstable Snow
None reported
Observations
We observed multiple aspects up to 5000’ on the upper North slopes. Mostly moist surfaces even on shaded aspects. Snowpack very saturated in the afternoon, especially below 4500’. We investigate the early March crust looking for facets. @5000 on N aspect above the north slopes. HS 400cm. Resistant results in compression and deep compression. PST 100/100 down 85 cm 3/8 crust. No facets observed above the crust - moist grains / appeared to be rounds / rounding.