Avalanche Occurrence
General Information
Observer:
NWAC Forecaster
Occurrence Date:
Mar 10, 2023 ()
Location:
Rock Mtn
Comments:
A very large (at least D3), natural slab avalanche likely occurred between March 10th and 11th. The crown was near the summit (NNW, above treeline) and debris ran to roughly 5,000ft. The crown may be up to 10ft deep. More details to come.
Avalanche Characteristics
# of Avys:
1Aspect:
NW (N,NE)Start Zone Elev:
6750ftSize:
D3Type:
HS-Hard SlabTrigger:
N-NaturalBed Surface:
O-Old SnowDepth:
6.5ft (max: 10ft)Width:
490ftVertical Fall:
1800ftMedia
