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Observation: Uintas

Observation Date
2/27/2022
Observer Name
CJ
Region
Uintas
Location Name or Route
Weber canyon
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Cracking
Collapsing
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
3-4 small slides on every descent. Wind and sun sheltered, NNW, ~9000 feet, all on the buried NSF about 10-14" from the surface. About 2pm. 30+ degrees in slope angle. otherwise riding was goooooooood!
Sheltered areas stayed cold. Lots of cracking and widespread whomping as low as 8k on the same aspect.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate