CAIC Observation Report

Published

Jan 18th, 2026 4:00 AM

Lane Meyers, Keegan Ferris, Eddy Young

Snowy Range

Details

Type

quick

Coordinates

41.330410, -106.334170

Avalanche Information

Wind slab triggered by snowmobiler on SE facing slope above treeline

Weather

Beautiful day, sunny skies with 10-15mph wind from the SE. air temp (F): 25; cloud cover: clear; wind loading: moderate; recent snowfall (cm): 0; snow avail for transport: small smounts

Snowpack

Wind loaded slopes greater than 30° that are at or above treeline should be treated with caution. Small to medium sized avalanches could be easily triggered. Cracking observed on wind loaded slopes

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