Observation: Moab

Observation Date
3/21/2023
Observer Name
Van Wetter
Region
Moab
Location Name or Route
Miner's Basin
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Collapsing
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Poor cohesion between new snow and an older windcrust on north-facing aspects in open areas below treeline. 6-8 inches of new snow seemed to have fallen straight down – no discernable wind effect – forming a loose, collapsible layer over this weekend's windcrust which was stiff and smooth. Made for a funny skiing surface.
Isolated collapsing and whumphing on approach on southeast faces.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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