Observation: Hatcher Pass

Location: Below Eldorado Bowl

Date:

February 17, 2019 2:00pm

Observer:

Jodie Totten

Route & General Observations

AAS Level 2 Class. Widespread shooting cracks observed, numerous natural avalanches observed on slopes greater than 35 degrees.

Red Flags

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Obvious signs of instability

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

Weather & Snow Characteristics

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Weather

Moderate south wind, heavy snowfall.

Snow surface

New snow, slightly wind affected.

Snowpack

Soft, storm slabs on weak layer observed widespread.

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