Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

A very large natural avalanche on the NW side of Pinnacle Peak. 6200' Photo: Public Observation

Observer:

NWAC Forecaster

Occurrence Date:

Jan 7, 2022 ()

Location:

Pinnacle Peak

Comments:

Reported by NPS rangers and a Public Observation. Slide occurred sometime during the Jan 6-7 cycle. All characteristics are estimated

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

NW (N)

Start Zone Elev:

6200ft

Size:

D3

Type:

HS-Hard Slab

Trigger:

N-Natural

Media

A very large natural avalanche on the NW side of Pinnacle Peak. 6200' Photo: Public Observation

A very large natural avalanche from the Jan 6-7 cycle. Pinnacle Peak. NW 6200' Photo: NPS Rangers

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