Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Slab avalanche on Horstmann Peak in the Sawtooths. E, 10,200'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 14, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Horstmann Peak

Comments:

May have been smaller than D2.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
E
Start Zone Elev:
10200ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Width:
30ft
Weak Layer:
Dec 11, 2021 (FC)

Media

Slab avalanche on Horstmann Peak in the Sawtooths. E, 10,200'.