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:
north of Horton Peak

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
W
Start Zone Elev:
9400ft
Size:
D2
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Comments:

Failed in heavily wind-loaded area, likely involving persistent grain.