Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This large slab avalanche released above the Big Wood River across from St Luke's. NW aspect at 6,700'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 14, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Near Hospital

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NW
Start Zone Elev:
6700ft
Size:
D2
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

This large slab avalanche released above the Big Wood River across from St Luke's. NW aspect at 6,700'.