Observation: Public
Observation Details
Name:
JEFF HAMBELTONObservation Date:
January 15, 2023Submitted:
January 15, 2023Zone or Region:
West NorthActivity:
Snowmobiling/SnowbikingLocation:
Baker NRAObserved Avalanches
Did you observe any avalanches?
YesAvalanche Type:
Wet LooseSize:
Size 2: Could bury, injure, or kill a personElevation:
4600Aspect:
EComments:
Continued wet loose on the main west slide path. Accumulations during the day included fresh, dirty snow. Debris could fill several hockey rinks if accumulated.Signs of Unstable Snow
None reported
Observations
Crisp refreeze overnight that softened as the day progressed. Temps above but near freezing with a cold SE wind blowing at ridgetops. Light precipitation started in the mid afternoon.