Orca

Observed slope earlier in the day before wrapping around ridge, out of sight. First observed avalanche at 13:30. Arrived to find party of 3. One involved and fully buried, recovered by companions, sustained lower leg injury. Fernie SAR arrived at 15:10 to extract injured skier. Evidence of prev wind effect in Alp. Natural avalanche cycle in last 24 Hrs to size 2, Alp and Treeline in HST.

30 cm recent storm snow. Surface Hoar 2-5mm down 50-60 cm. Late November drought layer down 90-110 cm. Weak, facetted snowpack.