Vail & Summit County

Avalanche

Anonymous · Feb 7, 2015 · Vail & Summit County

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Weather

Sky: clear Wind: calm Temp: estimated at 0 C (high) Previous: HST estimated at 35 cm in the alpine. Previous blowing snow with Mod W winds (Stronger at ridge top)

Snowpack

Avg. HS at TL 145cm, various aspects (multiple measurements)

Avalanche

Observed an avalanche on the South Ridge of Ptarmigan Hill, approximately 11,600 ft. E aspect. Later found this online: http://vimeo.com/118870861