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Wendy Thompson Avalanche burial.

Published
Mar 4th, 2023 1:30 PM
jamie.wakeling
Valhalla
Details

Type

quick

Coordinates

50.429680, -122.466380

Quick Observation

Signs of natural avalanches in surrounding area, wind transport noted on all aspects with significant cross and reverse loading of previous storm snow.

Avalanche Information

Sa triggered when subject cut below Rocky convex area, slide was triggered in a thin wind slab, resulting in propagation above into deeper wind loaded terrain.

Weather

Wind loading of previous storm snow, cross/reverse loaded pockets noted.

Incident

Sa occurred when subject turned below rocky convex section triggering a thin wind slab that propagated upslope into deeper wind loaded terrain. Involved subject was carried downhill through trees and subsequently buried between 40-100cm. Subject rescued by partners and had sustained injuries in the avalanche. Pemberton SAR responded to the avalanche site and transported the subject via helicopter.