Public Observation #2023-1137

Observation Details

Submitted:
April 4, 2023 10:16 PM
Observation Date:
April 4, 2023
Zone or Region:
Central Cascades
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Tumalo Bowl

Triggered Avalanches

Did you trigger any avalanches? 
Yes
Was it intentional? 
No
Avalanche Type:
Cornice Break
Size:
D2: Could bury, injure, or kill a person
Elevation:
Aspect:
NE
Comments:
Tumalo Bowl, 8 by 100 foot cornice dropped and triggered a 1 by 100 foot crown and ripped all the way to the bottom of the bowl.

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
Yes