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Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 10, 2022 - February 10, 2022
Submitted:
February 11, 2022
Observer:
Geoff Unger | Key Observer
Zone or Region:
Mammoth Lakes
Location:
Sherwins Snow Profile Site

Signs of Unstable Snow

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

Stable Snowpack with variable surface conditions encountered.

Snow Stability

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

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Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Clear
Temperature:
8.0 C
Wind:
Calm

The first real day of a warming trend.  Low elevations and sheltered areas felt the radiation and warm ambient temperatures today with no wind to keep us cool.

Snowpack Observations

Snow Profile Information through field book and Snow Pilot Photos Below.

12 or more Small and Large Column Tests in adjacent profiles yielded no results.

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