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Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 11, 2021
Submitted:
January 12, 2021
Zone or Region:
Warm Lake area
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Landmark

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes, Widespread
Did you experience collapsing or whumpfing? 
Yes, Widespread

Observations

Whomping and shooting cracks observed from valley floor, on north slope (between 5500 and6500 ft) and south facing ridge. Largest cold collapse felt was on south facing ridge and was felt between all 3 skiers 150 feet apart.

Media

Medium size shooting crack observed

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Persistent Slab
Comments: 
Ct8 @ 60 snow depth 90
Ct 11@ 60 snow depth 90
ECTP 13
PST 35/100 end down 60 cm on 210111
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