Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

(3/11/23) Multiple large avalanches released at the tail of the storm on a NW slope at 6900'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

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

Location:
Red Devil near "Old Cutters"

Comments:

Multiple large avalanches released at the tail of the storm on a NW slope at 6900'. There appear to be game tracks entering one of the crowns, which could be the trigger.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
6
Aspect:
NW (N,W)
Start Zone Elev:
5900ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
U-Unknown

Media

(3/11/23) Multiple large avalanches released at the tail of the storm on a NW slope at 6900'.