Northern San Juan
AvalancheJason Bushey · Apr 4, 2021 · Northern San Juan
Snowpack
On 4/4 a lighter freeze than 4/3. Valleys were colder in the morning but freeze weakened as you gained in elevation. SE slopes at 10am in alpine were already becoming unsupportive In Ross basin on 4/3, saw cracks in snow on S aspects in alpine that had previously cracked and then melt and refroze. In Ross Basin, noticed large running cracks that were recent within 24hrs.
Avalanche
D2 West Facing Alpine, Ross Basin, estimated on 4/1-4/2 D2+, SW Alpine, Ophir Pass, Sound of Music, estimated late 4/3