Observation: Chilly Peak Slabs

Observation Date

3/9/2024

Observer Name

N Wheel

Region

Ogden » Ben Lomond » Chilly Peak Slabs

Location Name or Route

Chilly Peak

Red Flags

Wind Loading

Collapsing

Avalanche Problem #1

Problem

Wind Drifted Snow

Problem #1 Comments

Lots of wind loading at higher elevations. See video for example

Avalanche Problem #2

Problem

Cornice

Problem #2 Comments

Cornice collapse. Triggered remotely by a skiier on far side.

Snow Profile

Aspect

East

Elevation

7,000'

Comments

Sluffs running 60-100 feet were common. I saw a couple throught the area today. All skiier triggered. See photo in snow profile

Video

Today's Observed Danger Rating

Moderate

Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating

Moderate