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Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 11, 2023
Submitted:
January 11, 2023
Zone or Region:
Mammoth Lakes
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Sherwin ridge

Observations

Cornices were observed on northeastern aspects of the Sherwin ridge (photo).

Snow had a variable density from temperature changes during the storm in the top ≈30cm (determined by pole probing). While riding the snow felt incohesive and loose. Turns triggered small dry sluffs.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Media

Lookers left of rock chute. Northeastern aspect of
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