Observation: Summit

Location: General Observation

Date:

February 18, 2016 5:30pm

Observer:

Alex McLain Professional

Route & General Observations

Cornice Break avalanches last week on SW Aspects in Incredibowls (Butch). Large cornices forming on lee side (South and West aspects) upper elevations. New surface hoar frost forming on top of crust at lower elevation. See Pictures below.

Red Flags

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Observer Comments

No new avalanches in the past 24 hours.

Weather & Snow Characteristics

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Weather

Sunny Colder Temperatures
Summit Lake: Current Temperature 26F Snow Depth 30" (No new snow in past 24 hours)

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Cornice Break avalanche (Past Week)

Cornices have been growing in size on South and West Aspects

Location

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