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Observation: Brianhead Backcountry

Observation Date
1/28/2021
Observer Name
Brian Head Ski Patrol
Region
Southwest » Brian Head Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Shoulder of Brian Head Peak
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Cracking
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Snow Profile
Aspect
North
Elevation
10,900'
Comments
https://www.instagram.com/p/CKm2EgxLMM0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
CT1 collapse on upper wind layer
CT9 collapse on lower wind crust
CT13 full Q2 collapse on depth hoar
Today's Observed Danger Rating
High
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
High