Avalanche Occurrence

Multiple large wet loose avalanches initiating from alpine terrain. Northwest aspect of Mt. Shuksan.

Observer:

NWAC Forecaster

Occurrence Date:

Mar 21, 2022 ()

Location:

Baker backcountry

Comments:

Wet loose avalanche cycle on the evening of 3/21 through 3/22 morning. All aspects and elevations, up to over 6000ft. A natural wet loose was spotted on Mt Shuksan at approximately 8000ft, NW. Over a foot of fresh snow accumulated in the last few days. Above freezing at HM from midday 3/21. Only .05" water 21 evening to early 22nd morning but high RH.

# of Avys:

10

Aspect:

N (S)

Start Zone Elev:

6000ft

Size:

D2

Type:

WL-Wet Loose

Trigger:

N-Natural

Depth:

0.5ft (max: 1ft)

Wet loose and slab avalanches on the Shuksan Arm. Northwest aspect @ 6000'.

Wet loose avalanche at the toe of the East Gully of Herman.

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