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Observation: Bloomington Peak

Observation Date
12/20/2019
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
Logan » Southeast Idaho » Bloomington Canyon » Bloomington Peak
Location Name or Route
Bloomington Peak, 8900'
Weather
Sky
Few
Wind Direction
Northeast
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Ridgelines were becoming scoured from moderate to strong winds from the North
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Wind Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments
Snow on sheltered leeward slopes are still holding great powder skiing. Exposed upper elevation ridge and open slopes are becoming wind affected.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
Observed the presence of the persistent weak layer on the North face of Bloomington Peak. This layer is approximately 25cm from ground. No cracking or goofing was observed.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate