Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Small natural avalanches across from the Stanley Ranger Station.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 11, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Across from the Stanley RS

Comments:

Small slabs in wind loaded terrain

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
2
Aspect:
W
Start Zone Elev:
7200ft
Size:
D1.5
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Vertical Fall:
700ft
Weak Layer:
Nov 27, 2022 (FC)
Comments:

Weak layer uncertain, but lower has a persistent look to it.

Media

Small natural avalanches across from the Stanley Ranger Station.