Avalanche
- Slab Width
- 46 m
- Weak Layer
- Facets
- Trigger Type
- Natural
- Avalanche Type
- Soft Slab
- Slab Thickness
- 91 cm
- Trigger Detail
- Repeater
- Start Zone Aspect
- North
- Avalanche Problem
- Persistent Weak Layer
- Start Zone Elevation
- 3018 m
Looks to be sz R1.5 D1.5 that was a wind loaded pocket resting on the bed surface of faceted snow from Jan/Feb high pressure.
This is a good indicator of alpine stability on the N/NE/NW side of the compass. While no pervasive natural activity on the PWL in the White Pine/Hogum/Red pine area, it's still a game of minesweeper up high in less traveled areas. Wind-loaded pockets remain suspect.
Forecaster Comments: This appears to be a repeater from early January.