Avalanche

Gulkana-First Aid-The Tit

Andrew DoughtyEastern Alaska Range
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Quick report

Well the wind has just about found every corner of both zones. Outside of the soft spots between the wind board rollers it is hard as can be. Be aware of the small wind slabs breaking in the summit area and when new snow falls expect it to be reactive on this interface.

Weather

Air Temp
5-10
Cloud Cover
clear
Wind Loading
previous
Snow Avail For Transport
none

Cold clear day with light wind

Snowpack

Hard wind board is widespread with variable soft spots in between.

Wind slabs are breaking on this wind board.

Avalanche

Size
D1.5
Type
HS
Aspect
S
Trigger
N
Elevation
4300 ft

Numerous small wind slabs from the last of the loose snow in the summit area, breaking on the wind board.