Avalanche Occurrence
General Information
Observer:
NWAC Forecaster
Occurrence Date:
Feb 26, 2023 ()
Location:
Elk Mountain
Comments:
Two backcountry skiers traveled into Elk Bowl. As they traveled in the upper sections of the bowl, 1 skier triggered a slab avalanche that caught, carried, and partially buried them. Fortunately, they were able to self-extricate and dig themselves out. According to the other skier, the person caught hit a dead tree at a slow speed and sustained injuries to their elbow and ribs.
https://nwac.us/public-obs/20403/
Avalanche Characteristics
# of Avys:
1Aspect:
EStart Zone Elev:
4920ftSize:
D2 / R3Type:
SS-Soft SlabTrigger:
AS-Skieru-Unintentional
Bed Surface:
S-New SnowDepth:
1ft (max: 1ft)Width:
50ftImpacts
Human Involvement:
1 - Partially Buried Non-CriticalVehicle Involvement:
None ReportedStructure Involvement:
None ReportedComments:
Skier was able to self-extricate and dig themselves out. Sustained injuries to their elbow and ribs.
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