Skier accidental size 2 on persistent January hoar

Avalanche date/time

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 19:00

Estimated occurrence time of avalanche

Less than 12 hours ago

Number of avalanches in this report

1

The size of avalanche

2

Slab thickness

75cm

Slab width

15m

Run length

250m

Avalanche Character

• Deep persistent slab
• Persistent slab

Trigger type

Skier

Trigger subtype

Accidental

Start zone aspect

• N

Start zone elevation band

• Below treeline
• Treeline

Start zone elevation

1,800m

Start zone incline

40°

Runout zone elevation

1,600m

Weak layer burial date

Friday, January 30, 2026

Weak layer crystal type

• Surface hoar and facets

Crust near weak layer

Yes

Wind exposure

Lee slope

Vegetation cover

Sparse trees or gladed slope

Skier accidental size 2. No burial. No injuries. 3rd and 4th skiers were on either side of the feature at the same time. Fracture propagated from the 4th skier’s feet and 3rd skier was carried approx 70m through trees.

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