Weak layer in Cayoosh area snowpack

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Point observation

Elevation band

• Below treeline

Aspect

• N

Snowpack test result

Hard

Snowpack test fracture character

Sudden (`pop` or `drop`)

Snowpack test failure depth

50cm

Surface conditions

• New snow

Snowpack test failure layer crystal type

• Surface hoar

15 cm of new snow between evening of 5 Feb through evening of 6 Feb.

Test was performed in open cut block, on North aspect.

CTH 1: Failed on weak layer of feathery crystals, 8 mm in size.

Very clear, distinct layers in snowpack (as seen in photo).