Old signs of instability. A pattern of old, small slab avalanches on Northerly aspects at mid and upper elevations.
Recent, small, wet loose avalanches.
Observation: Hatcher Pass
Location: Road Observations
A quick tour on the road system up to Independence Bowl to check on conditions.
Observer Comments
Powder Pimple (Hatch Ridgeline) Recent slab avalanches, likely in last storm cycle, heavier wet snow failing on weak facets near the ground.
Martin Mine. A small, wet loose avalanche gouged down to the ground, viewers right of the Martin Mine proper.
Marmot, Lodge Run. Showing recent small, wet loose avalanches, some of which gouged down to bed surfaces, such as rock, resulting in larger avalanches and deeper debris.
Microdot South Face
Skyscraper East Face and Eldorado Toilette Bowl (viewer's right).
Skyscraper SE, showing sun effect, solar triggered roller balls and small, wet loose avalanches.
Marmot Uptrack, South Ridge.
Marmot SW Face, showing recent solar effect triggering natural roller balls and small, wet loose avalanches.
Gold Cord Peak showing shallow coverage and it's rocky bed surface.