Northwest Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Name:
David Dietzgen
Observation Date:
April 4, 2023
Submitted:
April 4, 2023
Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie Pass
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Southern aspect of the Snow Lake Divide

Triggered Avalanches

Did you trigger any avalanches? 
Yes
Was it intentional? 
No
Avalanche Type:
Wet Loose
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
3800
Aspect:
S
Comments:
At 14:30, through a narrow steep section opening to a S exposed opening, I triggered a small but heavy Wet Loose slide. WL, AS, R2, D1.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

The zone had a few nice wintery snow gems, mainly on Northern aspects and hidden under tree, but mostly even as the temperature stayed cold the sun was cooking the snow. There was evidence of snow rollers and wet loose avalanche activity from warmer days, I'd expect to see shedding again as soon as tomorrow.

Media

Public Field Report: Southern aspect of the Snow Lake Divide
Public Field Report: Southern aspect of the Snow Lake Divide
Public Field Report: Southern aspect of the Snow Lake Divide
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