Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 23, 2022
Submitted:
February 23, 2022
Zone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Titus Ridge

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Dry Loose (Sluff)
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
Upper Elevation, exposed ridgeline/Middle elevation sheltered
Aspect:
NE
Comments:
Slide in open terrain appeared to be a natural release on steeper exposed and rocky terrain. Slide in sheltered terrain appeared to be skier triggered (2-3m x 100m x 20cm deep at crown).

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

NE/E aspect had 5cm of PP over a MFcr (1-2cm), then FC (2mm)

Media

Public Field Report: Titus Ridge
This very small wind slab avalanche was observed near Titus Ridge south of Galena Summit. It was about 10' wide and 8" deep.
Public Field Report: Titus Ridge

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Dry Loose
Comments: