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Avalanche: Moab

Observer Name
Matthew Van Scoyoc
Observation Date
Sunday, February 9, 2014
Avalanche Date
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Region
Moab
Location Name or Route
East of Noriegas
Elevation
10,500'
Aspect
Northeast
Slope Angle
35°
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Dry Loose
Avalanche Problem
New Snow
Weak Layer
Surface Hoar
Depth
2'
Width
50'
Vertical
100'
Comments
Small crown and debris field observers east of Noriega's Face in the trees, probably released during the storm at the beginning of the week. There was also avalanche debris on Telegold and Tele Heaven, although it was covered by recent snow.
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