This slide occurred on Scotch Bonnet just below Lulu pass. The slide was human triggered, but fortunately nobody was caught or injured. The slide failed on facets near the ground. Photo: GNFAC
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This slide occurred on Scotch Bonnet just below Lulu pass. The slide was human triggered, but fortunately nobody was caught or injured. The slide failed on facets near the ground. Photo: GNFAC
This side was triggered on a south facing slope off Mt Abundance. The slide failed on facets near the ground. Although fairly small, this slide still could have injured or buried a person. Photo: GNFAC
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Dec 31, 2015
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range
Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City
Although small, this avalanche is a sign that the snowpack is unstable. Photo: GNFAC
Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Dec 31, 2015
This is the crown of the avalanche that was likely triggered by a snowmobiler on Henderson Bench near Cooke City. The slide was triggered from a shallow spot in the snowpack and propagated to deeper areas where Eric is standing. Photo: GNFAC
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Wed Dec 30, 2015
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range
Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City
GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Tue Dec 29, 2015
Snowpack and Avalanche Discussion
Bridger Range Madison Range Gallatin Range Lionhead area near West Yellowstone Cooke City