Public Observation #2023-1150

Observation Details

Submitted:
April 20, 2023 5:18 PM
Observation Date:
April 18, 2023
Zone or Region:
Central Cascades
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Elk Mountain

Triggered Avalanches

Did you trigger any avalanches? 
Yes
Was it intentional? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Hard Slab
Size:
D4: Could destroy a railway car, large truck, several buildings, or a substantial amount of forest
Elevation:
5800
Aspect:
N
Comments:

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Hard Slab
Size:
D4: Could destroy a railway car, large truck, several buildings, or a substantial amount of forest
Elevation:
5800
Aspect:
N
Comments:

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes