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Avalanche: Scottys

Observer Name
Kobernik
Observation Date
Saturday, February 20, 2021
Avalanche Date
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Region
Skyline » Ephraim Canyon » Scottys
Location Name or Route
Above the road just east of Scottys
Elevation
9,800'
Aspect
North
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2.5'
Width
60'
Vertical
80'
Comments
This slide was most likely naturally triggered. It's possible that a snowmobiler triggered it while passing underneath on the road.
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