Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 21, 2021
Submitted:
February 21, 2021
Zone or Region:
West Central
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Big Four Mountain, Mountain Loop Highway

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Size:
Size 2: Could bury, injure, or kill a person
Elevation:
above treeline
Aspect:
NE
Comments:
Heard at least 4 large avalanches between 2:15 and 2:30pm from the Big Four Ice Caves picnic area off hwy 530.

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

Appeared to be coming from NE portion of Big Four Mountain but clouds and rain prevented good visibility.

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