Avalanche

Avalanche: Mineral Fork

UAC StaffSalt Lake
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Quick report

Slope Angle
40°

Avalanche

Slab Width
30 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Explosive
Vertical Fall
152 m
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
107 cm
Trigger Detail
Intentionally Triggered
Start Zone Aspect
North
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
3048 m

Notes say: The weight of a skier probably wouldn't have triggered this slide.