Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
Matt Meisberger
Observation Date:
February 22, 2023
Submitted:
February 22, 2023
Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie Pass
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Avy Swath/Kendall

Triggered Avalanches

Did you trigger any avalanches? 
Yes
Was it intentional? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Soft Slab
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
5100
Aspect:
W
Comments:
Small, isolated wind slab

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes, Isolated
Did you experience collapsing or whumpfing? 
No

Observations

Significant wind transport, skin track was completely filled in certain areas in under 45min. Very cold dry snow at most elevations. Wind-affected areas were plenty and reactive when loaded.

Media

Public Field Report: Avy Swath/Kendall
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