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Observation: Webster Flat

Observation Date
12/5/2019
Observer Name
Steffan Gregory
Region
Southwest » Cedar Canyon Region » Webster Flat
Location Name or Route
Webster Flat
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
A strong mid and upper snow pack is resting on a layer at the ground that is becoming a persistent weak layer. The existing problem is a change in hardness at this layer. Strong snow on top of weak snow
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Normal Caution
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
Normal Caution regarding this seasons specifics. N aspects, greater than 35 degrees at mid to upper elevations depending on location
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
9,200'
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Coordinates