Avalanche

Eagle Bowl in Crystal Backcountry

Scott ChernoffWest Slopes South
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Quick report

Collapsing
isolated

New seemed well bonded to crust that was 8-12” down, up until about 40°. At 40° (NNW aspect) the new snow became reactive and slid easily on crust when stepped on with skis. Additionally, this aspect had collected wind pockets.

Avalanche

Large rollerballs from chutes