Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
Jordan
Observation Date:
March 14, 2023
Submitted:
March 14, 2023
Zone or Region:
East North
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Hairpin Valley

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Soft Slab
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
7100
Aspect:
NE
Comments:
Soft slab observed from afar. Ran about 150ft

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Observed D1 soft slab around 7100ft.
Widespread small (D 0.5) dry loose on SW through NE aspects.

Media

Public Field Report: Hairpin Valley
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