Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Natural avalanche on Cape Horn mountain that likely released Dec 1 or 2. It failed 2.5-3' thick on weak facets buried in late November.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 2, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Cape Horn

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
E (E,NE)
Start Zone Elev:
8750ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Depth:
3ft
Width:
130ft
Weak Layer:
Nov 27, 2022 (FC)

Media

Natural avalanche on Cape Horn mountain that likely released Dec 1 or 2. It failed 2.5-3' thick on weak facets buried in late November.