Avalanche Occurrence

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Persistent slabs that released in Fir Creek in the Banner Summit zone during the last storm. 8400', E.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Jan 5, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Fir Creek

# of Avys:

2

Aspect:

E (E,SE)

Start Zone Elev:

8400ft

Size:

D2

Type:

SS-Soft Slab

Trigger:

N-Natural

Bed Surface:

O-Old Snow

Width:

330ft

Vertical Fall:

300ft

Weak Layer:

Dec 11, 2020 (FCsf)

Persistent slabs that released in Fir Creek in the Banner Summit zone during the last storm. 8400', E.