Observation: South Tony Grove

Weather

Sky

Overcast

Wind Speed

Light

Snow Characteristics

New Snow Depth

11"

New Snow Density

High

Snow Surface Conditions

Dense Loose

Red Flags

Red Flags

Recent Avalanches

Poor Snowpack Structure

Avalanche Problem #1

Problem

Persistent Weak Layer

Trend

Same

Problem #1 Comments

A layer of very weak faceted snow near the ground is now buried by a thickening slab.

Snow Profile

Aspect

Northeast

Elevation

8,700'

Slope Angle

26°