Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Nate Hough-Snee
Observation Date:
April 13, 2022
Submitted:
April 13, 2022
Zone or Region:
Stevens Pass
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Nason Ridge, Fanhouse Metro Area

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Much wind transport and associated evidence of wind transport in the NTL and ATL bands. Rock Mountain, Arrowhead, Jim Hill, and associated alpine terrain all had signs of wind transport or transport in progress.

Media

Wind transport in the alpine on Rock Mountain from strong easterly flow
This dog loves skiing (April) pow.

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Wind Slab
Comments: 
Easterly flow had moderate to strong winds pushing at ridge and pass levels.
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