Buck Ridge, Slatts Hill Avalanche

Buck Ridge, Slatts Hill Avalanche

This avalanche broke 3 feet deep and was remotely triggered from 30 feet away.  This was a wind slab deposited on facets.  Small avalanches can cause big problems.  Photo By: Matt Wieland

This image is from the following advisory:
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Dec 17, 2009
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Fri Dec 18, 2009
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Sat Dec 19, 2009