Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

Observer:
Professional

Verified by SAC?
Yes

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

Location:
SVHS Remote Terrain - Western Smokys

Comments:

SVHS reported about a dozen slides that ran around 12/15

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
12
Aspect:
NE (NE,E)
Start Zone Elev:
9000ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Weak Layer:
Dec 11, 2021 (FC)
Comments:

Elevation is approximate. Slides were reported at mid and upper elevation.

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