Sawatch

Avalanche

Anonymous · May 3, 2019 · Sawatch

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Weather

Sunny and windy. Ridge top transport

Snowpack

1 to 1.5 feet of wind increase powder on top of what seems to be a relatively stabile spring layer. No failures below this level on quick pits.

Avalanche

SE at approximately 12600 on steep terrain. Released over half way down path SS R1D2 crown of 2'. Width of couloir.