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Observation: Red Pine

Observation Date
1/2/2018
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
SE Idaho » Bloomington Canyon » Red Pine
Location Name or Route
Bloomington Canyon, Red Pine
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
Northeast
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Wind Crust
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments

It appears that some consolidation is happening improving our persistent slab problem slowly. I am still not convinced that steep slopes are ready for the green light yet.

Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
8,300'
Slope Angle
24°
Video
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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