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Observation: Brianhead Backcountry

Observation Date
11/13/2022
Observer Name
Cory
Region
Southwest » Brian Head Backcountry
Location Name or Route
South Brian Head Peak
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Cracking
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
PWL identified on West facing slopes at 19-23cm above the ground in a average HS of 80
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
Recent storm brought nearly 3" of SWE in 48 hours
Snow Profile
Aspect
West
Elevation
11,100'
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Coordinates