Observation: Swan Peak

Observation Date
2/7/2019
Observer Name
R Choi
Region
Logan » Bear Lake » Garden City Canyon » Swan Peak
Location Name or Route
Swan Peak/Garden City
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Collapsing
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
Recent storm system earlier this week dumped 1-2+' of new snow across the range. The new storm layer sits on a firm suncrust on W to SE aspects at mid to high elevations. Recent winds have been moving snow on open slopes increasing the risk of wind slabs. Observed minor localized collapsing on loaded slopes.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Southwest
Elevation
8,600'
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate