Close
Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center

Public Observation

Observation Details

Observation Date:
April 7, 2023
Submitted:
April 7, 2023
Zone or Region:
Independence
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Base of Grand Central

Observations

Not really too surprising but I thought it worth the share as the weekend and warming begin. Late afternoon, approx 1600-1800, showed upper layer of snow going isothermal to varying degrees. Of significance: at 8700' in the lower 1/4 of the Grand Central ski pole penetration was as deep as 120cm. This warming was not consistent but spread across areas in the gut of the run. I know this is a close favorite and might be an objective this weekend, so I wanted to pass the obs.

Cheers!

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Media

This old avi debri/broken tree was laid in against the top of a high rock rib.  A reminder to me that in some zones there is no where to hide.
Close