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Avalanche: Provo

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Quick report

Slope Angle
36°

Avalanche

Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Natural
Avalanche Type
Wet Slab
Start Zone Aspect
North
Avalanche Problem
Wet Snow
Start Zone Elevation
3048 m
  • Cascade Peak- 10,000' natural avalanche on a southeast aspect up to 800' vertical (wet loose)
  • North of Provo Canyon- 7,000' natural avalanche failed 1'-2' deep on damp facets near the ground. Isothermic snowpack 800' wide by 300' vertical (wet slab)
  • Big Springs (February 5, 2007) wind slab avalanche skier triggered failed on facets 6"-12" deep by 40' wide by 600' vertical