Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
Enji Cooper
Observation Date:
January 2, 2022
Submitted:
January 2, 2022
Zone or Region:
Snoqualmie Pass
Activity:
Driving
Location:
Exit 45-52

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Strong W gusts driving E down I-90. Defiance W aspect didn’t demonstrate any obvious wins loading. The SW ridge of Granite Mt was windscoured up spine (exposed rock and ice). Denny Creek drainage appeared more wind sheltered on W side of the creek up high. Lower aspects seemed very wind loaded. Hemlock, Denny, and Alpental Pt were largely snow free, but aspects are over 35 degrees.

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