Explosive triggered avalanche at Y.C., debris

Ski patrol triggered this avalanche at the Yellowstone Club on Sunday (12/16). "R3/D2 (8400’, ENE facing, 36deg start zone) that was about 120’ wide and ran vertically 200’. The crown was 1.5-2’, went to ground, and was a mostly faceted snowpack with a bit of wind effected snow in the top few inches. The slide was released from a 4lb air blast." Photo: YCSP

Avalanche Details: Explosive triggered avalanche at Y.C. on persistent weak layer
Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Mon Dec 17, 2018
Northern Madison, 2018-12-17
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