Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Daniel MacDonal
Observation Date:
February 16, 2023
Submitted:
February 16, 2023
Zone or Region:
Mt Hood
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
From Vista Ridge: Wy’east Face Wind Loading

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Wind slap development on ESE aspect (wy’east face). See pic

Media

Public Field Report: From Vista Ridge: Wy’east Face Wind Loading

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Wind Slab
Comments: 
Moderately strong winds at lower elevation (heavily filtered sunshine, almost feels overcast) w slight chill in the air observing wy’east face actively wind loading (see plume pic)
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