Observation: Seward

Location: Benson Peak avalanche activity

Date:

March 15, 2019 6:22pm

Observer:

Alex McLain Professional

Route & General Observations

Recent avalanche activity in the Seward Area as well as around Cooper Landing. See pictures below.

Red Flags

Red flags are simple visual clues that are a sign of potential avalanche danger. Please record any sign of red flags below.

Obvious signs of instability

Recent Avalanches?	Yes
Collapsing (Whumphing)?	No
Cracking (Shooting cracks)?	No

Observer Comments

Wet snow and rain.

Weather & Snow Characteristics

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Weather

MP12 Grouse Creek Divide (Elevation 700'), Precipitation Rain and snow. Temp 35F New snowfall past 24 hours 2" total precipitation 1" rain equivalent.

Photos & Video

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Cooper Landing

Mt. Benson near Seward

Location

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