Avalanche Occurrence

This cluster of slab avalanches released naturally on Paradise Peak in the western Smoky Mountains, likely on Sunday or Monday (Dec 20-21). E aspect, 9300-9600'.

Observer:

Professional

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Dec 20, 2020 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Paradise Peak

# of Avys:

8

Aspect:

E

Start Zone Elev:

9500ft

Size:

D1.5 / R2

Type:

SS-Soft Slab

Trigger:

N-Natural

Bed Surface:

O-Old Snow

Depth:

1.5ft

Width:

70ft

Vertical Fall:

400ft

Weak Layer:

Dec 11, 2020 (FCsf)

Comments:

"Don't Think " SVHS zone. Slides released at and a little ways below the ridge in rocky terrain.

This cluster of slab avalanches released naturally on Paradise Peak in the western Smoky Mountains, likely on Sunday or Monday (Dec 20-21). E aspect, 9300-9600'.