Extra caution where storm snow overlies suncrust

Submitted by
aheathcott
Observations date
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 22:00
Location
49.444460° N 117.193430° W
Reporting on
  • Snow conditions
Map for Mountain Information Network report: Extra caution where storm snow overlies suncrust

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Deep powder
  • Heavy
  • Wet
We rode:
  • Convex slopes
  • Dense trees
  • Steep slopes
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Open trees

Information

The day was:
  • Sunny
  • Warm
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.
  • 30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.
  • Rapid temperature rise to near or above 0°C or wet surface snow.

Comments

Fourth peak/corner pocket
Skier accidental size 1, 1900 m, east aspect. First unsupported feature where crust could be felt.
Skier accidental size 1, 1900 m, east aspect. First unsupported feature where crust could be felt.
30 cm overlying crust.
30 cm overlying crust.