Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This very large avalanche released naturally on the NW face of Galena Peak, likely on Dec 23rd or early on Dec 24th.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 24, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Galena Peak - NW Bowl

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
W (NW,W)
Start Zone Elev:
10800ft
Size:
D3.5
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Depth:
4ft
Width:
1150ft
Weak Layer:
Dec 11, 2021 (FC)

Media

This very large avalanche released naturally on the NW face of Galena Peak, likely on Dec 23rd or early on Dec 24th.