Front Range

Avalanche

Patrick Saboe · Apr 18, 2020 · Front Range

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Weather

Blue bird day. 10-15 mph winds from NW.

Snowpack

18 inches of fresh snow at and above tree line (E aspect). 6-10 inches below tree line.

Avalanche

SE aspect. 1-3 ft crown at 11,600 ft elevation. Occurred between 11AM-3PM. Trigger: Natural (likely). Possibly triggered by snowmobiles in the area. 30-40 degree slope angle. R2/D2.