Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 21, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Galena Peak

Comments:

Observed from a distance, slide broke relatively wide and likely consisted of stiff wind slab with some persistent grain involvement.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SW (SW,W)
Start Zone Elev:
10400ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

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