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Observation: Big Kahuna

Observation Date
3/26/2017
Observer Name
Darren McAvoy
Region
Logan » Little Bear » Straight Hollow » Big Kahuna
Location Name or Route
Big Kahuna, Straight Hollow, Wellsville Mountain Wilderness
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Weather Comments
Clouds helped delay the heat.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
6"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
Surprised to find dry powder on the top 2/3 of the path.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Cracking
Red Flags Comments
Cracking in shallow wind slabs on ridge.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low