Thin fog. HS in this area at this elevation is composed entirely of recent storm snow from the Oct 30-Nov 1 storms. Tsurf and T10 temps not taken using dial stem due to current best understanding of methods.
Pit dug at treeline. Spot probing in nearby areas revealed HS up to 70cm. Tsurf and T10 temps not taken via dial stem due to current best method knowledge.
Recent NE winds have scoured exposed N-E aspects above 9400'. Unconsolidated snow still exists in protected lower elevation areas where snow cover is sufficient.
Facets underneath the most recent storm snow appear to be getting larger and weaker. Near surface facets are beginning to develop within the recent storm snow. So far, there is not much of a slab on top of the weak layer.