Avalanche

Avalanche: Upper Weber Canyon

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Avalanche

Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Skier
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Trigger Detail
Remotely Triggered
Start Zone Aspect
Northeast
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
2896 m

Observed mid afternoon, likely triggered remotely from skiers or snowcat on nearby slopes. This basin had multiple naturals on 1/5 and this slide shows that things are still reactive. Similar to other avalanches, this one broke low on the slope.