Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Natural slab avalanche on Thompson Peak (NE, 10000').

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 4, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Thompson Peak - Profile Lake

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NE (NE)
Start Zone Elev:
10000ft
Size:
D2
Type:
U-Unknown
Trigger:
N-Natural
Width:
260ft
Comments:

Hard to tell how deep or how wide. Probably hit from above with smaller slide?

Media

Natural slab avalanche on Thompson Peak (NE, 10000').