Public Field Report
Observation Details
Observation Date:
January 9, 2021Submitted:
January 9, 2021Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern MtnsActivity:
DrivingLocation:
East of Gladiator Peak on the Blaine County - Custer County lineObserved Avalanches
Did you observe any avalanches?
YesAvalanche Type:
Hard SlabSize:
Size 2: Could bury, injure, or kill a personElevation:
9750Aspect:
WComments:
Signs of Unstable Snow
None reported
Observations
I spotted a slab avalanche from HWY 75 just to the east of Gladiator Peak. Looked to be a naturally triggered slide, likely on the faceted garbage layer of snow. I couldn't see the runout or debris pile. Someone on Gladiator Peak or Senate Peak might be able to get better eyes on it.
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