Avalanche Occurrence

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This avalanche failed 2' deep on buried surface hoar. This weak layer has presented itself as surface hoar in some areas and small facets in others. NE, 8400', Copper Mtn.

Observer:

Professional

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Feb 3, 2021 (Exact)

Location:

South of Copper

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

NE (E,NE)

Start Zone Elev:

8500ft

Size:

D1.5

Type:

SS-Soft Slab

Trigger:

U-Unknown

Bed Surface:

I-New/Old Interface

Depth:

2ft

Weak Layer:

Jan 27, 2021 (FCsf)

Comments:

Broke on 1/27 SH. LIkely remotely-triggered by reporting group given how fresh it was and lack of other activity on nearby slopes.

This avalanche failed 2' deep on buried surface hoar. This weak layer has presented itself as surface hoar in some areas and small facets in others. NE, 8400', Copper Mtn.

This avalanche failed 2' deep on buried surface hoar. This weak layer has presented itself as surface hoar in some areas and small facets in others. NE, 8400', Copper Mtn. Photo: Sawtooth Mountain Guides