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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 See map: Google Maps 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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