Avalanche

Avalanche: Elk Point

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Quick report

Slope Angle
36°

Avalanche

Slab Width
61 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Slab Thickness
46 cm
Start Zone Aspect
East
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
3139 m

Started in new snow and stepped down into facets. Triggered by warming sun

Also reported similar avalanche in Slide Canyon.