Observation: Abajos

Observation Date
12/26/2023
Observer Name
Colin Tucker
Region
Abajos
Location Name or Route
Abajo Peak
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Cracking
Collapsing
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Comments
Crossing a wsw facing gully high on Abajo Peak, a windslab in the gully collapsed and a crack ran about 60 feet across the slope above me. The snowpack shifted maybe 6 inches downhill before stopping. Several other lower angle north facing slopes collapsed and had minor cracking lower down. I changed routes at this point and followed the ridge through the trees to Abajo Peak.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Coordinates