Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Multiple slides in the Hyndman Ck drainage appeared to be triggered remotely by skiers who were wisely avoiding avalanche terrain. NW aspect near 7800'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 12, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Hyndman Ck

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
2
Aspect:
NW
Start Zone Elev:
7900ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
AS-Skier
r-Remote
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Comments:

Multiple slides appeared to be triggered remotely by skiers who were wisely avoiding avalanche terrain.

Media

Multiple slides in the Hyndman Ck drainage appeared to be triggered remotely by skiers who were wisely avoiding avalanche terrain. NW aspect near 7800'.