[MCR] Avalanche on Lipalian Mar 20

Subject: [MCR] Avalanche on Lipalian Mar 20
Date: Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:52:40 -0600
A size two avalanche was observed on upper Lipalian above Larch Ski Lift
today. There is a chance that this avalanche was remotely triggered by a
party ascending the ridge earlier in the day. A full call out response was
initiated by the Lake Louise Snow Safety and Patrol. Search with beacon and
Recco produced no signals. Helicopter response with dog confirmed no entry
track and investigation with the party confirmed no involvement.
Brad White
Visitor Safety Programs Specialist
IFMGA Mountain Guide(Embedded image moved to file: pic13030.gif)
(See attached file: Lipalian skier remote_natural Mar 20, 2012.jpg)

Attachment: pic13030.gif
Description: GIF image

Attachment: Lipalian skier remote_natural Mar 20, 2012.jpg
Description: JPEG image

_______________________________________________
These observations and opinions are those of the person who submitted them. The 
ACMG and its members take no responsibility for errors, omissions, or lapses in 
continuity. Conditions differ greatly over time and space due to the variable 
nature of mountain weather and terrain. Application of this information 
provides no guarantee of increased safety. Do not use the Mountain Conditions 
Report as the sole factor in planning trips or making decisions in the field.
Please check out http://acmg.ca/mcr for more information.