Observation: Turnagain

Location: Turnagain Pass Road Observation

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Route & General Observations

Yesterday a large crack was still intact above a smaller glide release that occurred several weeks earlier

Pete’s South

Red Flags
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Obvious signs of instability
Recent Avalanches?Yes
Collapsing (Whumphing)?No
Cracking (Shooting cracks)?No
Observer Comments

Glide avalanches with in the last 24 hours: Pete's South SW aspect, Repeat Offender SE aspect, Ridge North of Silvertip Creek (NE aspect)

Weather & Snow Characteristics
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Weather

Moderate Rainfall on North side of Turnagain Pass becoming Light Rain on South side of Pass.
Skies - obscure to overcast
Temps - 48F along road
Winds - Calm

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