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Observation Point Test Pit

Location Name: Shirley Canyon Region: Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area Observation Date & Time: Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - 13:30
Location: 39.206158, -120.241992 See map: CalTopo	Is this an Avalanche Observation?: No Conditions Alerts: Avalanche Activity Persistent Problem Rapid or Prolonged Warming Rapid or Prolonged Warming›Strong Sunshine Rapid or Prolonged Warming›Warm Temperatures

Observation made by: Guide at Alpenglow Expeditions

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Observation

Description of Snow, Weather, and Avalanche Conditions:

Snowpack Details

Total Snow Depth:

240cm

Persistent Weak Layers:

On the surface

Terrain Details

Terrain: elevations:

Below Treeline

Terrain: aspects:

NE

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