Vail & Summit County

Avalanche

Joe Szasz · Dec 26, 2015 · Vail & Summit County

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Weather

Sunny 5-15F. Light Wind 11,500'

Snowpack

Wind blown on China Wall and along ridge. Extensive "whoomphing" along the Southern rim of Mushroom Bowl.

Avalanche

Small Slab Avalanche observed in Gen X/Third Bowl. Just Northwest of Two Elk Pass. Natural slide possibly from cornice fall. Trigger near bushes/shrubs and rocks. Crown approximately 10".