Observer Name
Cal Taylor
Observation Date
Monday, February 19, 2018
Avalanche Date
Monday, February 19, 2018
Region
SE Idaho » BeaverCreek Canyon » Gibson Basin » Hidden Lake
Location Name or Route
Near Gibson Basin
Elevation
8,900'
Aspect
East
Slope Angle
39°
Trigger
Snowmobiler
Trigger: additional info
Remotely Triggered
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2.5'
Width
300'
Vertical
500'
Snow Profile Comments
Profile from mid-crown, but near some rock outcrops..
Comments
This was remote triggered from above on the ridge. One of our party was headed down into the basin where they spotted debris running down the slope. Quickly calling on the radio we were able to verify that all of our party was accounted for. It stepped down into other layers.
Comments
I went up to look at this avalanche on 2/20. Included are a couple pictures, short video, and Fx profile..
Video
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