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Observation: Bloomington Canyon

Observation Date
12/18/2023
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
Logan » Southeast Idaho » Bloomington Canyon
Location Name or Route
Bloomington Canyon
Weather
Sky
Scattered
Weather Comments
calm winds, 40-degree temps, intermittent sunshine.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Faceted Loose
Snow Characteristics Comments
104cm (40") generally right side up with a small persistent weak layer near the ground. PWL does not appear to be reactive.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Normal Caution
Trend
Same
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
8,200'
Slope Angle
20°
Massive Surface hoar 1"+ made for some fun noisy turns, surface conditions are generally surface hoar and near surface facets. This will likely make for problems when new snow arrives.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low
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