Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Remo Cocco
Observation Date:
January 16, 2023
Submitted:
January 16, 2023
Zone or Region:
West South
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
East Peak/Cement Basin

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Wet Slab
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
6000-6500”
Aspect:
S
Comments:
Saw several D1 wet loose slides around s and west aspects in cement basin.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Generally right side up snowpack. Noticeable wind slabs in some places with no noticeable propagation. 6” of fry powder in most areas, above a crust that didn’t break. While the sun was out in the afternoon, we saw lots of small roller balls and small tree bombs. Saw a large debris pile on NE aspect with a noticeable slab fracture above it (see pics).

Media

Public Field Report: East Peak/Cement Basin
Public Field Report: East Peak/Cement Basin
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