Description: | Between the 06GMT and 07GMT measurements on January 14th, it appears that some sort of
non-atmospheric moisture source affected the 4 shallowest sensors (5-cm West & East, 15-cm
West & East). No precipitation was recorded at the site, but data indicate a sharp
increase in soil moisture that caused suspicious behavior that gradually lessened through
January 23rd. Animal intrusion, but more probably adolescent mischief, is suspected.
Be aware that the soil moisture responses on January 14th most likely are not due to
natural causes. For the remainder of the period, soil moisture measurements at 5cm and 15cm
may be adversely affected. |