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Small avalanche in Johnson Canyon

Location Name: Johnson Canyon Region: Donner Summit Area Observation Date & Time: Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 07:00
Location: 39.344346, -120.293312 See map: CalTopo	Is this an Avalanche Observation?: Yes

Observation made by: Public

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Observation

Description of Snow, Weather, and Avalanche Conditions:

Small slide in Negro (Johnson) Canyon, photographed from the ridge above the Sunrise bowl. Estimated elevation 7250 feet, NE aspect.

Avalanche Details

Terrain

Aspect:

Northeast

Sponsors:

Kirkwood Mountain Resort

Heavenly Mountain Resort

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

CA OHMVR

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