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Missoula Avalanche

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 20, 2022
Submitted:
February 21, 2022
Observer:
WCMAC - Geoff Fast WCMAC
Zone or Region:
Southern Bitterroots
Location:
West Fork Camp Creek

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
None Observed
Cracking? 
Isolated
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Snow Stability

Stability Rating: 
Fair
Confidence in Rating: 
High
Stability Trend: 
Worsening

Bottom Line

High winds from west and north yesterday transported available snow to leeward slopes. Wind slabs have formed and are touchy on eastern slopes.
Sunday, scattered storm snowed 12-20cms of new snow around 8000' in Lost Trail Pass area. A couple of weak layers were identified in upper snowpack, but do not currently show signs of propagation.

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Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Overcast
Temperature:
-4.5
Wind:
Moderate , W

High west and north west winds Saturday night, followed by moderate snowfall of 12-20cms through the day Sunday.

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