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Observation: West Ridge, Amazon Basin

Observation Date
2/8/2014
Observer Name
Brodhead, Brodhead, and Glenn
Region
Logan » Amazon Basin » West Ridge, Amazon Basin
Location Name or Route
West Amazon Basin
Weather
Sky
Obscured
Precipitation
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Strong
Weather Comments
Very enjoyable winter weather. Though a bit warm, the snow never turned to rain.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Dense Loose
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Cracking
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Localized cracking and collapsing noted. Cornices were sensitive to our weight.
Comments
Compression test results ranged from 2-9, failing at the rotten facet layer near the ground. I continue to be concerned about persistent, deep slab avalanches...
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Today's Observed Danger Rating
High
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
High
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