Recent Avalanche in Lionhead

This avalanche broke wide in a northerly facing bowl off Lionhead Ridge. It looks to have broken a foot or less deep. The propogation indicates a uniform weak layer, likely near-surface facets or surface hoar. Photo: B. Fuglie

Location
Lionhead Ridge
Advisory Year
21-22
Avalanche Details: Avalanche near Lionhead Peak
Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Thu Jan 6, 2022GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Sun Jan 9, 2022
Lionhead Range, 2022-01-06
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