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Observation 1/17/2022 by Aaron Sirtoli local_see

Propagating cracks, whumpfs, and signs of instability

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Date & Time 1/17/2022 alternate_email 2:00:00 PM
Location Central ADKs
Elevation & Aspect 3000 / East
Mode of Travel Skiing/Snowboarding
Red Flags Shooting Cracks, Whumpfing/Collapsing, Heavy Snowfall / Other Precipitation

Observation Details

ECT test produced slab of snow with very few compressions. Saw cracks propagate 20 feet. Heard whumpf and saw collapsing snow. 3000 feet in elevation, E Aspect

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Propagating cracks

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