Avalanche: Three Temptations

Observer Name
Hardesty and O'Connor
Observation Date
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Avalanche Date
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Region
Provo » American Fork » Tibble Fork » Three Temptations
Location Name or Route
Third Temptation
Elevation
8,900'
Aspect
East
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Weak Layer
New Snow/Old Snow Interface
Depth
12"
Width
50'
Comments
Noted three similar naturals in the 3rd Temptation, between 8500-8900', all soft slabs from extensive wind drifting from westerly winds.
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