Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Crown of a large avalanche that failed above the Fishhook drainage near the tail end of the recent storm.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 6, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Fishhook

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SE (SE)
Start Zone Elev:
9000ft
Size:
D2
Trigger:
N-Natural
Weak Layer:
Jan 3, 2022 (MFcr)

Media

Crown of a large avalanche that failed above the Fishhook drainage near the tail end of the recent storm.