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Observation: Logan Canyon

Observation Date
1/9/2017
Observer Name
Pagnucco
Region
Logan » Logan Canyon
Location Name or Route
Logan Canyon
Weather
Sky
Obscured
Precipitation
Moderate Rain
Weather Comments
Rain or rain/snow mix up and down the canyon up to 6800'.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Characteristics Comments

Rain then rain/snow mix. 6800' temp 32F. Snow was extremely wet.

Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Cracking
Rapid Warming
Red Flags Comments
A whole grab bag of red flags today. Mostly warming and rain.
Comments

Took a drive up the canyon to look at lower elevations. Lots of activity from rollerballs to gouging sluffs to slabs. Nothing too big but very widespread up and down canyon. No visibility to see high peaks. Expect more activity with forecast warmth, rain and heavy snow.

Today's Observed Danger Rating
High
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
High