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Observation: Bear River Range

Observation Date
2/4/2021
Observer Name
Pagnucco
Region
Logan » Bear River Range
Location Name or Route
Franklin Basin
Weather
Sky
Obscured
Precipitation
Moderate Snowfall
Wind Direction
West
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Blustery day and much colder than a few days ago.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
5"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
some areas of soft powder mixed with wind buff and scoured areas. Very variable.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Winds were building cornice along ridgelines. Experienced isolated collapsing.
Comments
Starting to look more like winter on the surface but weak snow still persists beneath. Expect Fridays storm load to really test the poor structure. Cornice was very sensitive to ski bys. Expect more cornice activity as they continue to grow in size.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
High