Large Natural Avalanche on Drifter Ridge

Location Name: 
Drifter Ridge
Region: 
Donner Summit Area
Date and time of avalanche (best estimate if unknown): 
Sat, 01/16/2016 - 18:00
Location Map: 
United States
39° 21' 20.196" N, 120° 17' 28.2228" W
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Red Flags: 
Recent avalanche activity
Recent loading by new snow, wind, or rain
Observation made by: Public
Avalanche Observations
Avalanche Type: 
Dry
Slab
Trigger type: 
Natural
Weak Layer: 
Old Snow
Terrain: 
Below Treeline
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We had a large slide late yesterday/early evening along what is commonly referred to as drifter ridge. Believe it was naturally setoff but unconfirmed. These photos were taken from the Coyote Hut. Tahoe Donner XC Patrol said crown looked like it continued right and down into trees. 

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