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Observation: Logan

Observation Date
11/25/2018
Observer Name
Brett Verhoef
Region
Logan
Location Name or Route
Hell's Kitchen
Red Flags
Red Flags
Cracking
Collapsing
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Significant collapsing and propagation underfoot. Collapsing was constant below 7500' where a rain crust provided a semi-supportable layer. Propagation was up to a surprisingly observable 150' on low angle and >25° slopes at all elevations.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable