Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Slab avalanche near Emma Creek. SE facing slope.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 13, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Western Smokys

Comments:

Location is an estimate since it's hard to figure out locations outside of Google Earth. It looked to me like they were near the head of Emma Creek.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
2
Aspect:
SE
Size:
D2
Trigger:
U-Unknown

Media

Slab avalanche near Emma Creek. SE facing slope.
Older slab avalanche in the foreground and a more recent slide behind. SE-facing slope near Emma Creek.