Enjoy seeing the raw power of nature unleashed? This clip is worth a watch. After a recent heavy snowfall event, Telluride Helitrax, a heli-skiing operation which also offers local avy mitigation services, triggered this slide near Ophir, Colorado. According to the post, this particular slide buried a 150 foot section of road under 15 feet of snow.
Related: Backcountry Skier Killed in Telluride Avalanche, 2 Die in Crested Butte
With the significant snowfall that has been plastering the Mountain States, avalanche danger has been a major issue across the entire region. Shoutout to the professionals who are working to keep us safe, and check out TGR's Safety Week content for backcountry tips.
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stash member Zack Skovron
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, now living in Jackson, WY. I’m an avid skier, biker, hiker, climber, and fisherman. Outside of sports, my major interests focus on public policy surrounding land use and energy systems.