Storm Slab Avalanche on Secret Peak

Location Name: 
Secret Peak
Region: 
West Shore Area
Date and time of avalanche (best estimate if unknown): 
Wed, 01/04/2017 - 18:00
Location Map: 
United States
38° 58' 24.798" N, 120° 7' 7.1544" W
US


Red Flags: 
Recent avalanche activity
Whumphing noises, shooting cracks, or collapsing
Recent loading by new snow, wind, or rain

Observation made by: Forecaster
Avalanche Observations
Avalanche Type: 
Dry
Slab
Trigger type: 
Natural
Aspect: 
East
Terrain: 
Near Treeline
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Storm slab avalanches on Secret Peak viewed from Jakes Peak.  Partially covered up by storm snow.

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