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Observation: Bunch Grass

Observation Date
1/21/2022
Observer Name
John Mletschnig
Region
Logan » Logan River » Bunch Grass
Location Name or Route
Bunchgrass
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Rain-Rime Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments
Widespread riming around 8-9K overnight after ~ 4"new snowfall. Bummer... crust 1-2mm. Stayed pretty cool much of the day with intermtent clouds starting around 12pm. Cold moderate wind out of the north on ridge level at 9k.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #1 Comments
A bit of drifting lee to the NW, but not overly concerning due to minimal new snowfall
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low
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