Avalanche Occurrence

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This very large avalanche released naturally on the NW face of Galena Peak, likely on Dec 23rd or early on Dec 24th.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Dec 24, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Galena Peak - NW Bowl

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

W (NW,W)

Start Zone Elev:

10800ft

Size:

D3.5

Type:

HS-Hard Slab

Trigger:

N-Natural

Bed Surface:

O-Old Snow

Depth:

4ft

Width:

1150ft

Weak Layer:

Dec 11, 2021 (FC)

This very large avalanche released naturally on the NW face of Galena Peak, likely on Dec 23rd or early on Dec 24th.