Polar Peak

Quick report

Scott · Feb 14, 2024 · Northwest Inland

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Avalanche

Run Length
300
Slab Width
150
Trigger Type
skier
Wind Exposure
leeSlope
Avalanche Size
2.5
Slab Thickness
50
Trigger Sub Type
accidental
Start Zone Aspect
NE
Vegetation Cover
openSlope
Avalanche Character
windSlab
Crust Near Weak Layer
1
Number Of Avalanches
1
Start Zone Elevation
2000
Start Zone Elevation Band
alp
Avalanche Occurrence Datetime
2024-02-14T08:16:00.000Z

Sizes all estimates. Avalanche occurred minutes after lift opened. Nobody hurt but one person involved and lost skis.