If you’ve ever wondered what its like to be the victim of an avalanche burial or part of the rescue party, the following video is a pretty good indication of the experience. I sincerely wish I had more information on the circumstances surrounding this incident but the OP leads to a private Instagram account. Thankfully they had proper avalanche rescue gear,  quickly found the burial victim who was responsive and seemed to be okay (there’s a photo at the end of the group standing atop the debris field):

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....