Remote trigger on Vantage

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fwjdawson · Feb 22, 2025 · Duffey

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Avalanche

Run Length
50
Slab Width
30
Trigger Type
skier
Wind Exposure
leeSlope
Avalanche Size
1
Slab Thickness
40
Trigger Sub Type
remote
Start Zone Aspect
NW
Trigger Distance
10
Vegetation Cover
sparseTrees
Start Zone Incline
35
Avalanche Character
stormSlab
Number Of Avalanches
1
Start Zone Elevation
1650
Avalanche Observation
24to48hrsAgo
Weak Layer Crystal Type
stormSnow
Start Zone Elevation Band
tln
Avalanche Occurrence Datetime
2025-02-22T19:00:00.000Z

Remote triggered an avalanche whilst descending back towards Keith hut. Avalanche was triggered from low angle slope but fracture propagated up to a shallow/steep rock band. Tracks that triggered avalanche can be scene in the photos.