Plentiful surface hoar present on Deep Creek

Location Name: Deep Creek Region: Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area Observation Date & Time: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 - 08:30
Location: 39.245210, -120.238691 See map: CalTopo	Is this an Avalanche Observation?: No

Observation made by: Public

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Description of Snow, Weather, and Avalanche Conditions:

Large, feathery surface hoar present and prolific on Deep Creek. Could be a touchy layer once buried.

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