Natural avalanches during storm in Bronco Chutes.

Location Name: 
Relay Pk - Broncho Chutes
Region: 
Mount Rose Area
Date and time of avalanche (best estimate if unknown): 
Thu, 11/16/2017 - 11:00
Location Map: 
United States
39° 19' 4.4868" N, 119° 57' 46.3356" W
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Red Flags: 
Recent avalanche activity
Recent loading by new snow, wind, or rain
Obvious avalanche path
Observation made by: Public
Avalanche Observations
Avalanche Type: 
Dry
Slab
Trigger type: 
Natural
Crown Height: 
3 ft
Aspect: 
North
Weak Layer: 
Old Snow
Terrain: 
Above Treeline
Elevation: 
9 800ft.
Bed Surface: 
Old Snow
More detailed information about the avalanche: 

Multiple natural avalanches that occurred during the storm on Nov 16 in the Bronco Chutes on Relay Pk. A close look at the photo taken on Nov 17 shows several crowns partially covered in storm snow.

 

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