Observation: Logan

Observation Date

2/19/2021

Observer Name

Pagnucco, A Ward

Region

Logan

Location Name or Route

White Pine Knob, Chicken Hill

Weather

Sky

Obscured

Precipitation

Light Snowfall

Wind Direction

West

Wind Speed

Light

Weather Comments

In and out of the clouds today with very little visibility. Gray day. periods of light snowfall throughout day until 4 pm. Skies started to brighten and some parting in the clouds.

Snow Characteristics

New Snow Depth

New Snow Density

Medium

Snow Surface Conditions

Powder

Snow Characteristics Comments

Exposed terrain was quite wind affected. Big pillows of wind drifted snow on ridgetops.

Snow was denser and thick.

Sheltered terrain facing NE was lighter density.

New snow from this week's storm has compacted quite a bit. Felt very supportable.

Red Flags

Recent Avalanches

Heavy Snowfall

Wind Loading

Red Flags Comments

Saw a few avalanches from Thurs that were starting to fill back in. These slides are notable as they are similar to others we've seen in the zone that are releasing well off the ridge. Mid slope loading. No collapsing noted today - the facets are now buried 4+' and will take a bit more to trigger. No cracking noted. Less than 30 degree slopes still advised.

Comments

Avalanches in Secret Shot and Check Your Pants.

Today's Observed Danger Rating

Considerable

Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating

Considerable

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