Dudley Creek Avalanche #2

Dudley Creek Avalanche #2

Dudley Creek avalanche #2.  This avalanche took place on a SE facing slope that was heavily wind loaded by strong NW winds.  It likley occurred over a week ago, probably on the 23rd or 24th of January.  This is a classic example of weak, faceted snow forming around a rock band, then getting loaded to its breaking point by new and windblown snow.  GNFAC

Northern Madison, 2011-02-02