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Avalanche: Depth Hoar Bowl

Observer Name
B Miller
Observation Date
Saturday, January 7, 2023
Avalanche Date
Friday, January 6, 2023
Region
Salt Lake » Mill Creek Canyon » Alexander Basin » Depth Hoar Bowl
Location Name or Route
Depth Hoar Bowl
Elevation
9,600'
Aspect
Northeast
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
New Snow
Weak Layer
Density Change
Depth
Unknown
Width
Unknown
Comments
Noticed this crown in depth hoar bowl from the ridge above yellow jacket. Probably happened during or right after the storm. Didn't see any signs of ski tracks nearby.
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