Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This wind slab avalanche failed on a SE-facing slope at 10,200'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Feb 11, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
David O. Lee Peak

Comments:

This slide failed in heavily wind-loaded terrain.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SE (S,SE)
Start Zone Elev:
10200ft
Size:
D1.5
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

This wind slab avalanche failed on a SE-facing slope at 10,200'.