Date of Observation: 11/12/2021
Name: Eric Murrow
Zone: Northwest Mountains
Route Description: This observation was texted to CBAC from a group that was on top of Schuylkill Ridge.
Observed avalanche activity: Yes
Avalanches: Recent avalanche in Redwell Basin on Mount Emmons. Northeast aspect above treeline.
Weather:
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Recent avalanche in Redwell Basin. NE slope above treeline.
Estimated avalanche date: 11/11/2021
Number of Avalanches: 1
Location
Location: Mount Emmons
Location Specific:
Start Zone Elevation: ATL: Above Tree Line
Aspect: NE
Characteristics
Trigger: Natural
Trigger modifier:
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Size
Relative Size: R1 very small
Destructive Size: D1.5
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Involvements
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Additional comments:
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