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Observation: Moab

Observation Date
2/9/2014
Observer Name
Matthew Van Scoyoc
Region
Moab
Location Name or Route
Telegold
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Moderate Snowfall
Wind Direction
Southwest
Wind Speed
Moderate
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
2"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Red Flags
Red Flags
Cracking
Collapsing
Red Flags Comments
On west and south aspects while touring into Gold Basin.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
High wind events earlier in the week have caused instability below tree line.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
Unconsolidated 18"-24" earlier in the week, plus 4" more today.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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