Whaleback Exit near Guy Hut

cscrupa , Tuesday 27th February, 2024 9:10AM

Storm started Feb 23 afternoon with heavy winds and gusts est. 100 kph+. Approximately 10:00 am on Feb 24, winds subsided to moderate and rate of snowfall increased

Skier triggered on south facing convex roll in low-consequence terrain descending a generally broad and low angle alpine creek bed

Skier triggered small avalanche off convex roll in broad, shallow alpine creek bed. Skier remained on top of slide and was carried approx 10 m, while the runout at the toe was approx 20 m from the crown.