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Observation: Chubby Hollow

Observation Date
1/21/2018
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
Logan » Bear Lake » Chubby Hollow
Location Name or Route
Logan Canyon Sinks BL over look. Chubby Hollow
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
South
Wind Speed
Calm
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
16"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments

Persistent Slab is increasingly reactive with addition of recent storm snow.

Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments

Ample loose dry snow for transport.

Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
7,500'
Slope Angle
29°
Video
Video
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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