Avalanche Occurrence

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Very large persistent slab avalanche in Sawmill Canyon, a branch of Smiley Creek. NE, 10000'.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Jan 28, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Sawmill Canyon

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

NE

Start Zone Elev:

10100ft

Size:

D3

Trigger:

N-Natural

Bed Surface:

O-Old Snow

Width:

490ft

Vertical Fall:

600ft

Weak Layer:

Dec 11, 2020 (FCsf)

Comments:

Looks to be deep enough for 12/11

Very large persistent slab avalanche in Sawmill Canyon, a branch of Smiley Creek. NE, 10000'.