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Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
April 7, 2022 - April 7, 2022
Submitted:
April 7, 2022
Observer:
Geoff Unger | Key Observer
Zone or Region:
Mammoth Lakes
Location:
Lakes Basin SE Face Snow Profile and East Face Ski Test

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
None Observed
Cracking? 
None Experienced
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Snow Stability

Stability Rating: 
Good
Confidence in Rating: 
High
Stability Trend: 
Steady

Key Points

Today we explored the solar aspects in the northern part of the Mammoth Lakes Basin.  At 10 to 10:30 AM we found limited surface softening.  A hasty snow profile found Melt Forms throughout the snowpack.  Though lower down these forms were Rounded Grains in the recent past.

Ski Test Video

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Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Clear
Temperature:
13.5 degrees C
Wind:
Calm
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