Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This wind slab avalanche in the southern Sawtooths released near the end of the storm. 9400', SE.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 7, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Cabin Creek

Comments:

Wind slab that ran near the end of the storm, likely loaded by NW winds.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SE
Start Zone Elev:
9400ft
Size:
D1.5
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
S-New Snow

Media

This wind slab avalanche in the southern Sawtooths released near the end of the storm. 9400', SE.