Wait for it, wait for it…holy sh*t that was awesome. Big old roof-alanche slab released after a fair bit of whacking by this crew in Akita, Japan. Satisfying to watch but also a reminder how dangerous snow buildup on roofs can be. Always be careful under eaves with accumulation, you never know when they might give way.

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