Avalanche: Summit

Location: Fresno Mtn

Date:
Observer:
Alex McLain Professional
Route & General Observations

Observed a new glide crack that formed recently on Fresno just north of glide crack mentioned a few weeks ago. This glide crack approximately 50 yards wide released today. The older glide crack continues to creep down hill but has not released.

Avalanche Details
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Trigger NaturalRemote Trigger0
Avalanche Type UnknownAspect East
ElevationunknownSlope Angleunknown
Crown Depth3ftWidth 200ft
Vertical Rununknown  
Avalanche Details

Glide Avalanche....relatively small compared to others in the area. Mid elevation.

Red Flags
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Obvious signs of instability
Recent Avalanches?Yes
Collapsing (Whumphing)?No
Cracking (Shooting cracks)?No
Observer Comments

Loose Wet point releases and roller balls during the heat of the day. Recent Glide avalanches and creep of non released glide cracks. Warm Temperature mostly sunny today.

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