Hi
I just want to let you all know that it is absolutely critical that all witnessed avalanches, regardless of size, are reported. Oregon has very few resources for avalanche forecasting and such, outside of Mt. Hood. We have to collect data in order to make the case that Oregon needs these resources as well. Unfortunately, this has been a little difficult in the past, and there has been little to no coordination.
I have been working with a group that is spearheading the efforts to get these resources, the Central Oregon Avalanche Association (COAA). We have created a simple online reporting system that anyone can use to submit data. It is very basic right now, as we wanted to get it out there. It will mature and evolve over time. Even if you do not have all the information that is requested PLEASE send in what you have.
You can access the Oregon EARS (Electronic Avalanche Reporting System) at: http://ears.sledspace.com
At this point it would be good if people would report avalanches that they have heard about as well, not just witnessed personally. Just be sure to make that clear in the write-up. If you do witness a slide, please try and document it as completely as possible, photos and a thorough description of the snow and conditions are great to have.
By making reports you very well could be saving lives down the road.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
I just want to let you all know that it is absolutely critical that all witnessed avalanches, regardless of size, are reported. Oregon has very few resources for avalanche forecasting and such, outside of Mt. Hood. We have to collect data in order to make the case that Oregon needs these resources as well. Unfortunately, this has been a little difficult in the past, and there has been little to no coordination.
I have been working with a group that is spearheading the efforts to get these resources, the Central Oregon Avalanche Association (COAA). We have created a simple online reporting system that anyone can use to submit data. It is very basic right now, as we wanted to get it out there. It will mature and evolve over time. Even if you do not have all the information that is requested PLEASE send in what you have.
You can access the Oregon EARS (Electronic Avalanche Reporting System) at: http://ears.sledspace.com
At this point it would be good if people would report avalanches that they have heard about as well, not just witnessed personally. Just be sure to make that clear in the write-up. If you do witness a slide, please try and document it as completely as possible, photos and a thorough description of the snow and conditions are great to have.
By making reports you very well could be saving lives down the road.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
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