Avalanche

Donner Crest

Avalanche.org observerCentral Sierra Nevada
View on map
Observation photo 1Observation photo 2

Quick report

Visibility was very limited, wind and gusts were strong. We stayed in low angle terrain away from any cornices.

Avalanche

Size
D2.5
Aspect
NE
Trigger
N
Elevation
7900 ft

Large crown observed from the opposite ridge below the large cornice along the crest. Several small crowns also observed. Naturally occurring during the storm cycle. The size was difficult to determine because of poor visibility. Widespread propagation across the slope.