Sensitive windslabs on Castle Peak

Location Name: 
West ridge of Castle
Region: 
Donner Summit Area
Date and time of observation: 
Sun, 12/25/2016 - 11:07
Location Map: 
United States
39° 21' 51.4476" N, 120° 21' 37.3464" W
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Red Flags: 
Whumphing noises, shooting cracks, or collapsing
Recent loading by new snow, wind, or rain
Obvious avalanche path
Observation made by: Guide at Alpenglow Expeditions
Snowpit Observations
More detailed information about the snowpack: 

We avoided avalanche terrain today on our tour. We did come across several obvious wind slabs which were able to produce small and medium shooting cracks under the weight of a skier. The largest crack ran approx 10ft. No other signs of instability today other than surface weaknesses. 

Snowpack photos: 
Weather Observations
Blowing Snow: 
No
Cloud Cover: 
Clear
Air temperature: 
Below Freezing
Wind Speed: 
Calm
Precipitation: 
None
Air temperature trend: 
Static
More detailed information about the weather: 

beatiful, cold Christmas day!