Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

(3/11/23) A large avalanche released naturally on a NW slope at 7200'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 10, 2023 (Exact)

Location:
Morgan Ridge

Comments:

A large avalanche released naturally on a NW slope at 7200'. Debris came to a rest above the nordic trail out Trail Creek.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NW
Start Zone Elev:
7199ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

(3/11/23) A large avalanche released naturally on a NW slope at 7200'.
(3/11/23) A large pile of debris above a nordic trail out Trail Creek.