Avalanche

Avalanche: South Monitor

Bruce TremperSalt Lake
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Quick report

Slope Angle
38°

Avalanche

Slab Width
122 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Natural
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
61 cm
Start Zone Aspect
East
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
2987 m

This avalanche looked like it ran naturally overnight and was probably triggered by a cornice fall. It was about 2' deep and 300-400' wide. I suspect there are many other lingering problems out there just waiting for a thump.