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Observation: North Slope Environs

Observation Date
3/21/2022
Observer Name
Gordon, Nassetta
Region
Uintas » North Slope Environs
Location Name or Route
North Slope
Weather
Sky
Few
Wind Direction
Northeast
Wind Speed
Light
Weather Comments
A stunning day in the mountains... shallow pow, cool temps, and light northerly winds kept Sunday nights snow cold and light.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
5"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Excellent shallow powder on a spongy base deliver an amazing day in the alpine.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Cracking
Collapsing
Red Flags Comments
Experienced several subtle collapses with one more notable, nearly booming colapse.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Problem #1 Comments
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
10,100'
Slope Angle
27°
Comments
A couple shallow pockets outlined in red on steep, wind drifted slopes.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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