Avalanche Occurrence

Observer:

NWAC Forecaster

Occurrence Date:

Feb 5, 2022 ()

Location:

Excelsior - Canyon Creek

Comments:

Second hand report - triggered by a single snowmobile on the slope. Rider was able to outrun/escape to the side. Unsure if triggered at top of 1/30 or in crust-facet matrix below. Avalanche stats are estimated based on known layer depth and photos. Commonly triggered slope in a popular snowmobile area.