Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 24, 2021
Submitted:
January 25, 2021
Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie Pass
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Rampart Ridge

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Dry Loose (Sluff)
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
~4000 ft
Aspect:
W
Comments:
Slid ~100ft, depth: 1-2" (new snow accumulation). No picture available as it occured at night.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

New snow accumulation on a very stout, supportive crust. The crust made for an ideal bed surface for loose avalanches. Difficult travel conditions.

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