Observer Name
Kobernik
Observation Date
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Avalanche Date
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Region
Skyline » Huntington Canyon » Left Fork Huntington Canyon » Wedding Ring Ridge
Location Name or Route
Wedding Ring Ridge
Elevation
9,800'
Aspect
Northeast
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
3'
Width
400'
Vertical
300'
Comments
This avalanche was the result of strong wind coupled with very dense snow landing on a base of weak, sugary faceted snow.
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