Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
March 14, 2021
Submitted:
March 14, 2021
Zone or Region:
West South
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
White Pass

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Windy frontal passage and new snow refreshed conditions nicely above 5k' today on polar aspects. Steep southerly terrain appears to be creeping and gliding BTL and NTL, including some wet loose action visible from the road.

Media

Large wet loose gouged to the ground off white pass.
Raised old skintrack on windward aspects and obvious wind transport all day.

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Wind Slab
Comments: 
Storm seemed to be overproducing with southwesterly winds and precip. Loading occurring on north and east slopes.
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