Northern San Juan

Avalanche

Michael Doherty · Feb 20, 2021 · Northern San Juan

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Weather

High Winds from South - loading north facing Chutes after 3 feet plus accumulated earlier in the week.

Snowpack

Heavy wet on facets with developing wind slab.

Avalanche

Broke naturally during storm cycle 3 days ago . Broke off large slabs in both chutes halfway down regular skied face. Ran into fans below . Ran to the Ground. Visible dirt and rock