Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
Trevor Kostanich
Observation Date:
February 13, 2021
Submitted:
February 13, 2021
Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie Pass
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Kendall Trees/Kendall Knob

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Wind effected snow 4400-4800 in Kendall Trees.

Storm slab hazard increased throughout the day with additional storm snow. Saw multiple skier triggered storm slabs on terrain over 30 degrees and convexities. All below tree line. Biggest was in first photo on NW aspect, 4600’. Observed from below and estimating 20cm crown, 30m wide, 10m long. D1.5.

Second photo small skier triggered slab release on micro convexity above skier track.

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