Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
Bill W
Observation Date:
April 8, 2023
Submitted:
April 8, 2023
Zone or Region:
East Central
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Mission Ridge Side country

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Other
Size:
Size 2: Could bury, injure, or kill a person
Elevation:
6600'
Aspect:
E
Comments:
Large cornice triggered avalanche. Cornice about the size of a smart car. Caused about 2' slab the was 150' wide. Full details unclear, but skier triggered. No injuries.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Off windy ridge at Mission Ridge

Media

Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
Public Field Report: Mission Ridge Side country
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