Avalanche

Avalanche: Francis Peak

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Avalanche

Slab Width
762 m
Weak Layer
Depth Hoar
Trigger Type
Natural
Vertical Fall
914 m
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
366 cm
Start Zone Aspect
North
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
2743 m

Natural avalanche reported on Francis Peak failing on depth hoar 12'-14' deep, 2000' wide and running 3000' vertical (photo).