Observation Date: 01/10/2020
Route/Location:
Ridge on uptrack to PT 6.
Outside ski area boundary.
Weather:
Light and variable winds out of the west
Cold temps
Wind:
New Snow:
Avalanche Activity:
Other Comments:
7250′ E facing slope 37*
*wind loaded slope*
HS185cm
ECTNs
PST SF
Surface hoar (2-3mm) on the surface (bigger hoar 10+mm was knocked over)
This was widespread even in thick trees
Primary Layer of concern was approx 90cm down and was a layer of buried surface hoar.
2nd layer of concern is basal facets.
Observer: George DAngelo