Northwest Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Sifted in wind slab off a ridgeline. NE at 6300ft.

Observer:
NWAC Forecaster

Occurrence Date:
Mar 15, 2022 ()

Location:
The Swath

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NE
Start Zone Elev:
6300ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Depth:
1.5ft (max: 2ft)
Weak Layer:
Mar 8, 2022 (FC)
Comments:

Estimated date of occurrence and depth. Probably ran on the 3/8 facets and early March crust but not verified.

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Sifted in wind slab off a ridgeline. NE at 6300ft.
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