Aspen

Avalanche

scott scharin · Jan 12, 2018 · Aspen

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Weather

Partly cloudy skies, Temps low teens, calm winds

Snowpack

4-5" of high density wind effect snow sitting on weak facets and crusts combo. Total HS ~ 22". Collapsing and cracking observed.

Avalanche

AS SS R2 D1 avalanche released ~ 70 ' above ski cut. Debris reached and crossed egress road.