Avalanche Occurrence

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This natural avalanche behind the head of Alturas Lake Cr released near the end of the last storm. It likely failed on a weak layer that was the snow surface prior to the storm. 9200', ESE.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Jan 6, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

North Fork Ross Fork

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

E (E,SE)

Start Zone Elev:

9200ft

Size:

D2

Trigger:

N-Natural

Width:

200ft

Weak Layer:

Jan 3, 2022 (MFcr)

This natural avalanche behind the head of Alturas Lake Cr released near the end of the last storm. It likely failed on a weak layer that was the snow surface prior to the storm. 9200', ESE.