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Avalanche: Philadelphia Flats

Observer Name
Kobernik
Observation Date
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Avalanche Date
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Region
Skyline » Ephraim Canyon » Philadelphia Flats
Location Name or Route
Philadelphia Flats
Elevation
10,100'
Aspect
North
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
3'
Width
100'
Vertical
100'
Comments
This is the first hill that you come to after climbing up to the Flats from the main road. It is a popular hill for snowmobilers to climb and or high mark. In the photo, I'm standing on debris approximately 6 feet deep.
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