Plowing Safety Assessment at Olmsted Point

Description

Prior to the plows making their way through avalanche zones, Yosemite's avalanche crews go ahead of the plows to assess the situation; this is especially important at Olmsted Point, the most dangerous of the zones. Each spring this task is crucial for the safety of all employees and in especially heavy snow years can be a daunting task.

Duration

1 minute, 57 seconds

Date Created

05/01/2024

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