Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This very large avalanche released on the SW-face of Savier Pk in the northern Smoky Mountains.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

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

Location:
SW-face of Bromaghin and Saviers

Comments:

One very large D2.5, one D2, and one D1.5

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
3
Aspect:
SW (W)
Start Zone Elev:
10000ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

This very large avalanche released on the SW-face of Savier Pk in the northern Smoky Mountains.