Avalanche: Primrose Cirque

Wind drift collapsed and slid under the weight of two skiers while climbing into Primrose Cirque. One skier and dog were caught and carried about 40 feet. The crown was up to 12 thick and pulled out along a rock band.

We were caught off guard. We saw wind damage down low but did not think of wind slab below the small rock band. Luckily the slide was small and the terrain did not funnel into a trap. We retreated immediately realizing the consequences of the terrain above is.