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Avalanche: Franklin Basin

Observer Name
Matthew Jensen
Observation Date
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Avalanche Date
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Region
Logan » Southeast Idaho » Franklin Basin
Location Name or Route
Bowl north of Competition hill
Elevation
8,000'
Aspect
Northeast
Slope Angle
Unknown
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
New Snow/Old Snow Interface
Depth
8"
Width
60'
Vertical
Unknown
Comments
Noticed this slab as I approached from south. Appeared natural at last storm depth. No prior tracks within 100 yards. Northeast face of the bowl had released 6-8"
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