Observation: Chubby Hollow

Weather

Sky

Overcast

Precipitation

Light Snowfall

Wind Direction

North

Wind Speed

Light

Weather Comments

We are just seeing the the start of a storm cycle begin.

Snow Characteristics

New Snow Depth

20"

New Snow Density

Medium

Snow Surface Conditions

Dense Loose

Red Flags

Red Flags

Poor Snowpack Structure

Red Flags Comments

large 2mm Basil Facets

Avalanche Problem #1

Problem

Persistent Weak Layer

Trend

Increasing Danger

Problem #1 Comments

Weak faceted snow thoughout the area.

Avalanche Problem #2

Problem

Wind Drifted Snow

Trend

Increasing Danger

Problem #2 Comments

As more snow continues to fall wind has snow for transport.

Snow Profile

Aspect

Northeast

Elevation

7,500'

Slope Angle

30°