Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

Observer:
Professional

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 5, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Pinyon Gulch

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
2
Aspect:
W (W,SW)
Start Zone Elev:
8000ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Comments:

Mid elevation pockets didn't appear to be wind loaded. Guessing they failed on 12/11 FC but not positive.

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