Observation: Monte Cristo

Observation Date

2/6/2021

Observer Name

Fogg

Region

Ogden » Monte Cristo

Location Name or Route

Monte cristo

Weather

Sky

Scattered

Wind Speed

Moderate

Weather Comments

Increased wind in the afternoon

Snow Characteristics

New Snow Depth

12"

New Snow Density

Low

Snow Surface Conditions

Powder

Snow Characteristics Comments

Good new snow. Weak base.

Lots of wide spread collapsing in the snowpack

Red Flags

Heavy Snowfall

Wind Loading

Poor Snowpack Structure

Video

Be alert, don't take risks. Weak faceted base new snow and lots of wind can cause instability.

Today's Observed Danger Rating

Considerable

Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating

High