Avalanche

Thompson peak

Avalanche.org observerSnake River Range
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Quick report

A human-triggered avalanche released under the weight of a single person. The crown depth averaged approximately 16 inches and the fracture propagated roughly 400 yards across the slope. The slide ran to the bottom of the drainage where it came to rest.

Avalanche

Size
D2 R3
Type
SS
Aspect
NE
Trigger
AS
Elevation
8500 ft

A human-triggered avalanche released under the weight of a single person. The crown depth averaged approximately 16 inches and the fracture propagated roughly 400 yards across the slope. The slide ran to the bottom of the drainage where it came to rest.