Sawatch

Avalanche

K Rohrig ยท Jan 20, 2017

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Weather

Above tree line, overcast, sustained WNW winds @ 20mph +, gusting to 30. Temp at 10,900' - 15 F Light winds at and below treeline

Snowpack

N aspects were shallow with wind slab in starting zones. We didn't dig due to hazard.

Avalanche

Multiple natural slabs and cornice failure on S-SE at and just above treeline. D1-D2