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Avalanche

Whitton Feer · Jan 28, 2021 · Aspen

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Weather

Sky Clear, Temps 10F-20F, Wind Calm NE, 10700, Mcfarlanes

Snowpack

Depth Hoar and Basal Facets at the base. Faceted Midpack. Shallow snowpack on repeat offender slope. NE, 10700, Mcfarlanes

Avalanche

Skier triggered Avalanche on NE facing middle nose of Mcfarlanes. D1.5 R2 10,700 FT. Crown depth 2-6 inches, Soft Slab. Avalanche was soft and shallow. Skier was able to ski out of it easily. Debris did not hit the the road. Estimated slab thickness 4F+ AS, SS, TR, D1.5, R2