Avalanche Occurrence

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Avalanche in wind loaded terrain off the summit of Copper Mountain. NE, 8950'

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Dec 14, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Copper Mountain

Comments:

There may have been other partially filled crowns on the north side of Copper, but the light was not ideal.

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

NE

Start Zone Elev:

8950ft

Size:

D2

Trigger:

N-Natural

Weak Layer:

Dec 11, 2021 (FC)

Comments:

Weak layer assumed.

Avalanche in wind loaded terrain off the summit of Copper Mountain. NE, 8950'