Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Very large avalanche on a W and SW face at 10,400' at the head of Murdock Ck NE of Ketchum.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

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

Location:
Head of Murdock Ck

Comments:

Very large avalanche with large avalanches flanking it.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
3
Aspect:
W (SW)
Start Zone Elev:
10400ft
Size:
D3
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

Very large avalanche on a W and SW face at 10,400' at the head of Murdock Ck NE of Ketchum.