Strong NW winds loading South and East aspects.
One possible recent avalanche on a wind loaded SE slope on the far end of Seattle Ridge. This path is just across from the Bertha Ck pullout.
Observation: Turnagain
Location: Road Observations - Turnagain Pass
One natural wind slab avalanche on the far southern end of Seattle Ridge (across from the Bertha Ck pullout).
One new glide crack seen on Seattle Ridge, to the looker’s left of the motorized up-track.
Observer Comments
Weather
Sunny, temps in the 20'sF, winds strong from the NW along ridgelines. Some plumes seen, but not everywhere along the Pass.
Snow surface
Wind effect on most surfaces above treeline
New glide crack along the popular Seattle Ridge
Natural wind slab avalanche in the past 1-2 days (likely released 2/12 or 2/13). High elevation bowl across from Bertha Ck lot.
Wind loading onto the eastern side of Seattle Ridge
Glide crack still oozing open on Lipps
Sunburst
Tincan