CDOT triggers avalanches on Colorado 145 by remote control
A Wyssen Avalanche Control tower near Rico is used to remotely trigger an avalanche after the highway was closed.
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Jim Mimiaga/The Journal
Lisa Schwantes, communications manager for the Colorado Department of Transportation, shows the many avalanche paths above Colorado Highway 145 that CDOT monitors and controls.
CDOT triggers avalanches on Colorado 145 by remote control
Lisa Schwantes, communications manager for the Colorado Department of Transportation, shows the many avalanche paths above Colorado Highway 145 that CDOT monitors and controls.
Jim Mimiaga/The Journal
Lisa Schwantes/Colorado Department of Transportation
An avalanche, triggered by remote control, hits Colorado Highway 145.