Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This very large slab avalanche failed in a heavily wind loaded location on a N-facing slope above Croy Canyon. Large amounts of snow are being transported in this photo.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Mar 10, 2023 (Exact)

Location:

Croesus Gulch

Comments:

Very large avalanche above Croesus Gulch.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

NW (NE,W)

Start Zone Elev:

6400ft

Size:

D2.5

Trigger:

N-Natural

Media

This very large slab avalanche failed in a heavily wind loaded location on a N-facing slope above Croy Canyon. Large amounts of snow are being transported in this photo.