Gunnison

Avalanche

Crested Butte Avalanche Center · Jan 8, 2016 · Gunnison

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Weather

Weather: Snowing. Light winds with some gusting to maybe 15mph. Poor visibility

Snowpack

Snowpack: Approx 11-12 inches of new storm snow. Light powder. Snowpack felt solid. No instabilities noted except for the new snow soft slab avalanche. Was not wittenessed. No cracking or settling. Skied approx 35 degree open bowl and steep trees.

Avalanche

Avalanches: Point release new storm snow natural release from cliff bands and steep chutes. One slide maybe R2/D2.